Leading

99. Team of Rivals: Blair, Brown and the secrets of New Labour (Douglas Alexander)

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What was the rivalry between Tony Blair and Gordon Brown really about? How easy is it to find work as an ex-politician? What can the Labour Party do going forward to strengthen the UK's relationship with the EU?


Rory and Alastair are joined by Labour minister, Douglas Alexander, to answer all these questions and more.


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