So I'm definitely in favour of stimulating the dynamic wealth creation sectors of the economy.

The job of mayor of London is unbelievably taxing, particularly in the run-up to the Olympics.

The meat in the sausage has got to be Conservative.

I want you to know that I have nothing against Orlando, though you are, of course, far more likely to get shot or robbed there than in London.

We need to look at our nannying, mollycoddled, politically correct culture in my view, which stops kids from going out and playing competitive sport. I also think we need to look at the shear fatness of the regulations which control people who want to help kids play sport.

I firmly believe that volunteering is good for our society and brings communities together. It's a fantastic opportunity to get involved in your local community, to meet new people and to gain a sense of pride and achievement.

I think it is going to be wonderful. I went to the Paralympics in Beijing and have seen how brilliant the sport is at first hand. People are going to love it. It is going to change people's attitudes to Paralympians and it is going to be a great show.