The Irish seem to have more fire about them than the Scots.

I've always been hopeful about Scotland's prospects. And I now believe more than ever that Scotland is within touching distance of achieving independence and equality.

Nothing is impossible, only mathematically improbable.

If you have to resort to violence, you've already lost.

I can't afford to slow down, but I suppose it really depends. As long as there's enough enthusiasm, then one wants to continue.

I met my wife through playing golf. She is French and couldn't speak English and I couldn't speak French, so there was little chance of us getting involved in any boring conversations - that's why we got married really quickly.

My boy, we are pilgrims in an unholy land.