Frankly, I've got to admit that I'm not perfect and have made some mistakes as some of the colourful stories about me reveal.

While it has been hurtful to my family and me to read constantly in the media that I was under investigation, I am pleased that as expected my spending has been found to be in order.

I reiterate that I am strongly committed to working with those on all sides of politics to improve how Parliament operates.

I believe I am entitled like any other person to have the presumption of innocence.

The importance of the House is... far more important than my future.

My door remains always open to all constituents to discuss matters of concern to them.

Frankly, I've got to admit that I'm not perfect and have made some mistakes as some of the colourful stories about me reveal.