Liverpool has always made me brave, choice-wise. It was never a city that criticised anyone for taking a chance.

I'm a massive fan of Brit Art in general and Damien Hirst in particular. I think he's an absolute genius and should be celebrated in every way.

I'm not a perfectionist at all. I find perfectionists boring because the real creative heart is in the mess somewhere.

I've got a great family and a beautiful house. I feel very lucky as far as my lifestyle is concerned. I'm not really interested in fame and all its trappings.

I like to act because I can forget about everything else.

I think the corruption of power is very interesting, and I think the idea that power is something that... You know, when people want power, they're a certain individual. When people acquire power by accident, they're different again.

Liverpool will always be my home.