Strengthening our identity is one way or reinforcing people's confidence and sense of citizenship and well-being.

None of us believe countering terrorism is about party politics

When I'm in London I do have the convenience of being close to St James Park which is also good for me because it gives me an excuse to get out and get some much needed exercise!

I can hear people smile.

We have put over £2bn in the last three years into counter-terrorism and we are developing the electronic border surveillance and identity cards

I believe Britishness is defined not on ethnic and exclusive grounds but through shared values, our history of tolerance, openness and internationalism and our commitment to democracy and liberty, to civic duty and the public space.

It would be dangerous territory if I wasn't practising what I preach which is to always accept responsibility, always accept the consequences of your actions.