There might be new technology, but technological progress itself was nothing new - and over the years it had not destroyed jobs, but created them.

What great cause would have been fought and won under the banner 'I stand for consensus'?

Our judgement is that the presence of the Royal Marines garrison is sufficient deterrent against any possible aggression.

It is one of the great weaknesses of reasonable men and women that they imagine that projects which fly in the face of commonsense are not serious or being seriously undertaken.

When you stop a dictator, there are always risks. But there are greater risks in not stopping a dictator.

The spirit of the South Atlantic was the spirit of Britain at her best. It has been said that we surprised the world, that British patriotism was rediscovered in those spring days. It was never really lost. But it would be no bad thing if the feeling that swept the country then were to continue to inspire us. For if there was any doubt about the determination of the British people it was removed by the men and women who, a few months ago, brought a renewed sense of pride and self-respect to our country.

What Britain needs is an iron lady.