We can find common qualities and common values that have made Britain the country it is. Our belief in tolerance and liberty which shines through British history. Our commitment to fairness, fair play and civic duty.

We had lost the art of communication - but not, alas, the gift of speech.

I am happy for there to be a leadership contest. I think there should be.

Indeed, Britain was set to repeat the old, familiar cycle of boom and bust. Since then, we have created and rigorously adhered to a new framework of modern economic management

In the weeks and months ahead, my task is to show I have the new ideas, the vision and the experience to earn the trust of the British people.

We can find common qualities and common values that have made Britain the country it is. Our belief in tolerance and liberty which shines through British history. Our commitment to fairness, fair play and civic duty.

Tony Blair is the best friend I've had in politics.