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A giant of 20th-century politics, Harold Wilson helped shape modern Britain. Former Labour minister Alan Johnson and author Linda McDougall explore his legacy and relationship with Marcia Williams, his powerful and controversial adviser. Offering fresh insights into Wilson’s achievements – and the woman said to have helped drive them – they talk to Clare Clark about this compelling political partnership.

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