I don't spend and save whenever I have spare cash. I dislike people who boast about money.

During my early days as a sportsman and early career as a policeman, things were tight. In athletics I competed as an amateur and, although I might have received some expenses, very little came my way in earnings.

When you experience having nothing you value everything - and that applies to all aspects of life.

I like paper statements rather than relying on computers. I feel more in control if my account details and transactions are broken down on paper.

I hate my Visa card but have to use it for diesel, insurance and big items. I prefer paying by cash whenever possible because that way I feel as if I've got a better grasp on what I'm spending.

I don't spend and save whenever I have spare cash. I dislike people who boast about money.

Being born not long after the war meant that money was tight. I grew up in a rural corner of Lincolnshire and my father worked on local farms. Being one of nine kids meant we didn't have much.