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 don't think anyone can say I have said one thing in public and done another in private.

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

I did not in late November start the plethora of linking my private life with public events again.

I have built my reputation on honesty, I have sometimes been too honest.

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.

None of us believe countering terrorism is about party politics