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Alexander McCall Smith creates a fictional response to this weeks' news.

There's no such thing as bad publicity when you stalk the corridors of power... 
Author Alexander McCall Smith responds to the week's news.
Read by Kenny Blyth

First principles and second jobs collide as a politician decides to raise his profile. Surely there's no such thing as bad publicity when you stalk the corridors of power?
Author Alexander McCall Smith responds to this week's news.
Read by Kenny Blyth
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie

Alexander McCall Smith was a professor of medical law before turning his hand to writing fiction. He is the author of best-selling books including the much-loved "No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" series as well as standalone fiction, non-fiction and books for children. He has been translated into 46 languages and received awards around the globe.

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