I spent my entire childhood living abroad because of my father's occupation, so we were on long-haul flights all the time.

Look, I want what's good for everybody. I want to promote good state education for all. I want to raise standards for all kids, irrespective of race and class but why can't they all just do what I say when I know I'm right?

I spent my entire childhood living abroad because of my father's occupation, so we were on long-haul flights all the time.

I dont understand boys - just ask my husband.

Does everyone turn into a truculent thirteen-year-old when they go home, or is it just me?

If I'm hunting down gifts, I like to buy locally.

If one's honest about it, spending time in a car with children is pretty ghastly.