If we are to make the most of the opportunities ahead we need a bold break with the past.

I believed we needed someone who would be able to build a team, lead and unite. I hoped that person would be Boris Johnson.

The common fisheries policy unfortunately led to the devastation of fishing in Scotland. My dad had to close his business. As a result something that he been built up by by grandfather and maintained by my dad disappeared. So my dad suffered.

Whatever else I know, I know that if you invest love and care in any individual you can help them to make a difference, to write their own life story.

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.

It's often the case that successful people invite criticism.

Because my parents took a risk on me not knowing a thing about me.They believed that in everyone there is potential - that by believing in someone, loving them, nurturing them, you can bring out that potential.