Joe Haines, the former press secretary to Labour Prime Minister Harold Wilson, passed away at age 97. Haines was pivotal during Wilson's terms in office, part of his closest circle of advisers. He had a complex relationship with fellow aides, notably Baroness Falkender, whom he criticized in later years. In a striking revelation, he claimed to have known about Wilson's alleged affair with Janet Hewlett-Davies, which was kept secret for nearly half a century, intending to historicize Wilson's leadership. Haines' early life in poverty profoundly influenced his political alignment and career in journalism.
Joe Haines, a significant figure in Labour politics, served as a press secretary under Harold Wilson and was integral to Wilson's political inner circle.
Haines provided insights into the political dynamics of Wilson's government and revealed long-held secrets, such as the alleged affair with Janet Hewlett-Davies.
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