I was delighted that by campaigning throughout England, Scotland and Wales, addressing in all 39 public meetings, I had contributed to the victory of the Conservative Party at this general election.

I have no interest in sailing around the world. Not that there is any lack of requests for me to do so.

There is no question of any erosion of essential national sovereignty.

Other countries have far greater problems than we have.

A diplomat is a man who thinks twice before he says nothing.

Leadership is all about right and wrong.

The unpleasant and unacceptable face of capitalism.