I have very little experience of self-government. In fact, I am one of the most governed people in the world.

It's difficult to see how it's possible to become immensely valuable by singing what are the most hideous songs.

If it has got four legs and it is not a chair, if it has got two wings and it flies but is not an aeroplane, and if it swims and it is not a submarine, the Cantonese will eat it.

The conservation of nature, the proper care for the human environment and a general concern for the long-term future of the whole of our planet are absolutely vital if future generations are to have a chance to enjoy their existence on this earth.

Do people trip over you?

Change does not change tradition, it strengthens it. Change is a challenge and anopportunity, not a threat.

Tolerance is the one essential ingredient ... You can take it from me that the Queen has the quality of tolerance in abundance.