New Labour on Desert Island Discs

Labour politicians who appeared on the Radio 4 show between the mid-1990s and mid-2010s used their musical choices to try and tell stories about their politics and personal lives.

Jack Straw (right) being interviewed by presenter Sue Lawley for his appearance on Desert Island Discs in 1998 (PA).

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Content warning: Murder; Death and bereavement.