You've only got a short shelf-life as an actor, and I want to make the most of it while I can.

I despise shows that present friendship where you're always there for each other and really strong because I don't know anyone like that. I mean, I've got great friends, but I can go months without seeing them because I think, 'I just can't deal with having to give you anything.

I've never for a second felt like my job has been more of a struggle because I'm a woman.

I love Sutton House in Clapton, a beautiful example of Tudor architecture.

Personally, my twenties were a complete waste of time. Professionally, I hope some good came of them.

I started writing sketches with Dennis Kelly, who I ended up writing 'Pulling' with. We entered a BBC competition and did quite well, then started writing bits for other people's shows. You wheedle your way in, write pilots and eventually you end up writing a sitcom.

I'm a sheep when it comes to opinions; I will change my mind and jump on the bandwagon.