I think, historically, the term 'Thatcherism' will be seen as a compliment.

Those who imagine that a politician would make a better figurehead than a hereditary monarch might perhaps make the acquaintance of more politicians.

I don't mind how much my Ministers talk, so long as they do what I say.

I wasn't lucky. I deserved it.

To me consensus seems to be - the process of abandoning all beliefs, principles, values and policies in search of something in which no-one believes, but to which no-one objects.

There is much to be said for trying to improve some disadvantaged people’s lot. There is nothing to be said for trying to create heaven on earth.

I might have preferred iron - but bronze will do. It won't rust. This time I hope, the head will stay on.