My approach is always to try to be straight with people, especially about what my party can achieve.
Charles KennedyFor any new leader of any party at any given time it takes time if you are not in government to establish yourself.
Charles KennedyBefriending provides a valuable lifeline to many people who feel isolated in their communities often as a result of ill health or poverty. I would like to thank all those who volunteer as befrienders and I hope that your numbers will increase in coming years. Your kindness and hard work is, I know, very much appreciated by those you help.
Charles Kennedy