You come home to find your 17-year-old daughter engrossed in a book. Which would delight you more - if it were 'Twilight' or 'Middlemarch?'

My father had a fishing business in Aberdeen destroyed by the European Union and the Common Fisheries Policy.

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

The first four months of my life were spent in care, before I was adopted by my wonderful parents - my mum and dad - Ernie and Christine. They went on to adopt my sister, who is profoundly deaf, and invested both of us with a love and support that informs everything I do today.

Many more schools can be outstanding.

The British prime minister will want to have a strong and positive relationship with European leaders always.

I am delighted by the support I have received from colleagues. It reflects the optimistic message that I've been putting forward.