The U.K. needs a system for family migration underpinned by three simple principles. One: that those who come here should do so on the basis of a genuine relationship. Two: that migrants should be able to pay their way. And three: that they are able to integrate into British society.

I think that probably in some areas the Labour message about some of the things that they said we were going to do - and which we weren't going to do - cut through.

Dealing with a simple burglary can require 1000 process steps and 70 forms to be completed as a case goes through the Criminal Justice System. That can't be right.

I think that special relationship between the UK and the US has been an important part of security across the world particularly to the West.

It's only by investing properly in our defense that we can ensure we're properly equipped to face our shared challenges together.

I want a counter-terrorism regime that is proportionate, focused and transparent.

The last time Boris Johnson did a deal with the Germans he came back with three nearly new water cannon.