18 Quotes by Sir Campbell

The prime minister has a lot of explaining to do.

None of this was ever put before parliament or the British people in March 2003 when military action commenced.

I have done my best to fulfil my responsibility to him and to the party in circumstances which were difficult for everyone ... It has been an enormously difficult time and there have been huge conflicts of loyalty. We have to accept the sincerity of intention of people in what it was they tried to do.

I am determined to continue to demand from (Prime Minister) Tony Blair clear answers to some serious questions: What steps has he taken to close down the camp, and what representations has he made to secure the release of detainees? Both Parliament and the public need to know.

I am determined that we will continue to develop a modern, forward looking liberal agenda.

He made us a donation which we accepted in good faith and which is regarded as being legitimate.

The purpose of passing legislation is not to 'send a message', as the prime minister seems to argue. It is to change the law. This new offence is an unwelcome and unnecessary distraction.

What will this mean? Higher council tax bills or fewer police on the streets?

He could have tackled the unfair tax system. He could have made the environment a priority. He could have faced up to the pensions crisis. He could have addressed the problem of personal debt. He has declined to do any of these. This is a legacy from which it will be difficult for him to escape.