Alastair Campbell

Alastair Campbell is a widely respected and well known political figure, best known for his work with former Prime Minister Tony Blair. Alastair has also enjoyed a successful media career and is now a popular choice as a speaker for corporate events. When booked as a speaker, Alastair is sought to share his experiences of being at the forefront of politics.

Alastair is best known as the former Spokesperson, Press Secretary and Director of Communications and Strategy for Prime Minister Tony Blair. In these roles, Alastair had a significant impact on the success of elections and campaigns for the power of the UK Government and was also the spokesperson for the Labour Party. Alastair is also widely remembered for his success within the media industry, having worked as the editor at large of The New European, a Chief Interviewer for GQ Magazine and the Chief Political Columnist and Political Editor for the Mirror.

Alastair initially studied for a degree in Modern Languages at Cambridge University. Upon his graduation, Alastair began his career as a journalist as part of Forum Magazine and as a trainee reporter for the Mirror Group. Ultimately, Alastair became the News Editor of Today and later the Political Columnist and Editor for the Mirror. When Tony Blair was elected as the leader of the Labour Party, he requested that Alastair join him as his Press Secretary. Proving his worth in politics, Alastair was a pivotal figure in winning the election that saw Tony Blair become Prime Minister.

During his time at Number 10 Downing Street, Alastair played an instrumental part in 1997, 2001 and 2005 general elections. During his tenure, Alastair introduced a Strategic Communications Unit in Downing Street, revolutionising the way in which the Government co-ordinated their activity. He was also heavily involved in the People’s Vote Campaign and in the conduction of the Good Friday Agreements. After leaving politics behind, Alastair has authored a number of books about his experiences, including 'The Blair Years' which was recognised as a Sunday Times Number 1 Bestseller and 'But What Can I Do?' which will be released on the 11th of May 2023. He has also authored several books documenting his experiences of alcoholism and mental health, such as Living Better: How I Learned to Survive Depression.

He has also often supported the charity Bloodwise, acting as the Chairman of the charity raising money for those suffering from blood cancers. He has recently shown his support to causes supporting mental health, having experienced the hardships of mental health with his own depression and addictions along with his brothers battle with schizophrenia. Alastair is now an Ambassador for Time to Change and has co-founded the Equality4MentalHealth all-party campaign, which secured funding for mental health services.

With a distinguished political career behind him, Alastair is now a popular choice as a speaker for corporate events. When booked as a speaker, Alastair is sought to speak on his time working with Tony Blair for a decade and his roles as Press Secretary and Director of Communications. He is also sought to speak on topics such as media strategy, UK politics, management, leadership and political funding. Awarded an honorary fellowship to the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Alastair Campbell is also the perfect choice to have speak on the challenges of mental health, breaking down the stigma around a topical subject.