I love the walk although my security team weren't too sure to begin with but I was anxious to be able to lead a near normal life. Whilst walking I do get the chance to meet people and keep in touch.

None of us believe countering terrorism is about party politics

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.

I can hear people smile.

But any perception of this application being speeded up requires me to take responsibility.

I regret the time and resources needed to undertake this but... it is right to lay this accusation to rest.