In this fallen world, I suspect we will never achieve perfection. But that won't stop me trying.

If I'm the British prime minister I won't be dictated to on the timetable or the manner of the negotiations.

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.

The reason I entered politics was a belief that the people of this country - having achieved so much that was good and noble in our past - had the potential to do amazing things in the future.

Whoever the next prime minister of this country will be, it will be a female prime minister and a female prime minister who has formidable skills and I know whichever one of the two wins they will lead this country well.

I will do everything that is required in order to bring immigration down to a level that is manageable, that the public believe is right.

It's critical that children spend time before they arrive in school in a warm, attractive and inclusive environment, where they can learn through play, master social skills and prepare for formal schooling.