Counter-Intelligence: What the Secret World Can Teach Us About Problem-solving and Creativity by Robert Hannigan is published by Harper Collins

In 'Counter-Intelligence: What the Secret World Can Teach Us About Problem-solving and Creativity', Robert Hannigan explores the role of the counter-intelligence services in history and today’s world – from the codebreakers and problem solvers, to innovation and creativity, secrecy and transparency and the global tech community. This brilliant and unique book will appeal to business readers, history readers and fans of smart thinking and big ideas around the world.

A talk and book launch will be held at Bletchley Part on 23 May 2024 at 6.30pm. During the evening, Robert will trace the history of counter-intelligence, from the early days of Bletchley Park to the ongoing work of GCHQ, while providing a fascinating first-hand account.

The event will end with a panel discussion featuring special guests:

• Dame Sharon White: Chair of the John Lewis Partnership
• Prof. Tilly Blyth: University of Leicester
• Shashank Joshi: Defence and Security Editor of The Economist
• Tony Comer: former departmental historian at GCHQ

There will be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions.

Robert Hannigan will be signing copies of his book, which will be available to purchase at the event. Find out more and book tickets here.