We should no longer seek to have Budget surplus by end of Parliament. We should avoid tax rises.

Not partial membership of the European Union or anything that leaves us half in, half out. No, the United Kingdom is leaving the European Union.

The concept of doing something with child benefit, of changing the rules around child benefit, is something that has been being discussed for some time.

When you first come into Parliament, it's a daunting place because you feel you've so much to learn. Once you've been re-elected, you feel much more confident. It just gives you a bit of a boost.

Communities need to feel that they can accommodate people. Rather than feeling that it's not possible to integrate and that the stress and strain on housing and public services is too great.

I will be ruthless in cutting out waste, streamlining structures and improving efficiency.

Whether an MP is a woman or a man, it's about the qualities of the individual in doing that job.