In many ways Scotland will benefit more than other parts of the UK when universal credit comes in. A larger percentage of people will see an increase in their income through moving into work or taking on more hours.

With participation in politics so low at the moment I think Christians should ensure their views are represented at all levels and not leave it to others.

Work is transformative. It gives you a greater chance of a greater income. You can affect your life while you're of working age, so you have scope and opportunity. Pensioners do not.

I think almost every political leader is always told that the next speech they make is the most crucial one.

For families across the UK who are income-poor, but more than that, whose lives are blighted by worklessness, educational failure, family breakdown, problem debt and poor health, as well as other problems, giving them an extra pound - say through increased benefits - will not address the reason they find themselves in difficulty in the first place.

A system that was originally designed to support the poorest in society is now trapping them in the very condition it was supposed to alleviate.

Do not underestimate the determination of a quiet man.