I get a lot of letters from people.

The foundations of a strong economy don't rest alone on the decisions of Chancellors or the spending programmes of government.

There are a lot of examples where people aren't getting the right information. We could do a lot more with credit card bills so people properly understand that if you pay off the minimum it could take you 41 years to pay off is that right.

Believe me, I understand that most higher rate taxpayers are not the super-rich.

I find China such a fascinating and interesting country. Each time I come back something has changed and it's moved on in leaps and bounds.

I would also like to see children aged between 11 and 18 taught financial education in a structured way in schools. I would also say that that is not enough. You have also got to improve numeracy skills, mathematical skills in schools.

I reject absolutely the idea that people should know their place, and know their class.