The adventures of the boy who doesn't want to grow up has universal appeal. We all want to keep something of the child in us.

The BBC's aim, along with schools, libraries and literacy groups, to involve more people in reading groups is an exciting idea and one that I hope will keep readers all over the UK exploring and sharing the wonderful world of books.

I've chosen Peter Pan by JM Barrie as my favourite children's book.

Our language and literature are without a doubt Britain's greatest contribution to the cultural heritage of the world.

Digital television is no longer a probability, it is a certainty.

I could not be more determined and robust about this. I want more children to play cricket and to have the chance to compete. I want them playing on the correct pitches with hard balls and proper headgear.

The prospect of the UK without a BBC funded by the licence fee is anywhere between improbable and impossible.