Look, I'm a member of the House of Lords and I'm the first to admit that I don't understand how one gets new laws through.

My mother was a housewife. My father was a garment worker.

I am not looking for a friend; if I want a friend I'd buy a dog.

I'm a commercial person, not an academic.

I don't like paying 50 per cent of tax.

I've written books on advertising-cheque books.

Start small and with your own money.