"I have always been a great believer in the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity."

"I'm not a fan of political correctness."

"The only way to get a good deal is to be prepared to walk away."

"I believe in the British people. I believe in their common sense."

"I could not, and would not, be in favour of a policy of restricting the entry of foreign-born individuals who are prepared to come and work in Britain. It is a fundamental economic error."