There are hard choices to be made in balancing the country's security and an individual's liberties. But it is a choice that has to be faced.

My approach is always to try to be straight with people, especially about what my party can achieve.

For any new leader of any party at any given time it takes time if you are not in government to establish yourself.

Music and politics are in essence about communication. Without over-stretching the analogy I do feel a sense of rhythm is important in getting your message across.

I believe that access to a university education should be based on the ability to learn, not what people can afford. I think there is no more nauseating a sight than politicians pulling up the ladder of opportunity behind them.

To run an effective political party you need a degree of tribalism, it's the glue that holds everyone together.

I'm a lifelong believer in trade unionism.