Every penny paid to a PFI company is money withdrawn from those waiting for an operation, money removed from the training of clinicians, and money denied for life-saving treatments.

I've got lots of stamina; don't worry about that. I cycle every day - it's OK.

You pay more in wages, get more in in tax, you get people living a higher standard, you get more money. It's a kind of circle.

We are all in the Labour party because we want the Labour party to be a vehicle for social change. There is a thirst for debate in the party, and all those who have joined haven't joined without a purpose.

Local authorities face huge housing issues with demands outstripping supply many times over; the only way those in housing need can be housed is in the private sector.

Life is life. Some of the wisest people you meet are sweeping our streets.