It is a belief in human potential that has guided me through my time in Government.

If we leave the European Union, yes there will be bumps in the road, inevitably, but we will be in a better position to deal with them.

I think it's appropriate that we simplify, clarify and strengthen, so instead of this nebulousness, we have clarity and authority invested in teachers once more.

I'm a decentralizer. I believe in trusting professionals.

Proper history teaching is being crushed under the weight of play-based pedagogy which infantilises children, teachers and our culture.

I will put my heart and soul into making sure that the care your son or daughter or mum or dad receives is the same I would want for my own family.

Children themselves know they are being cheated. Ultimately we owe it to our children. They are in school for 190 days a year. Every moment they spend learning is precious. If a year goes by and they are not being stretched and excited, that blights their life.