It is a very unusual sector and the one thing I would ask of them is to understand that for most of them one-third of their films are being financed by the taxpayer and that carries huge accountability and responsibility.

It is a very unusual sector and the one thing I would ask of them is to understand that for most of them one-third of their films are being financed by the taxpayer and that carries huge accountability and responsibility.

I want to give producers more financial security.

Headteachers and governing bodies run schools and that won't change.

I am not good at dealing with the modern media. I have not felt I have been as effective as I should be.

I think film is a very powerful advocate and message carrier.

You have got to attract the brightest and the best, but the brightest and best won't stay unless they see real career options.