246 Quotes by Theresa May

Obviously, given the objective that we have, what I would hope is that people would be able to see that actually we had reduced the numbers of people, the net number of people, coming into the country. People would, presumably, see that, but it’s difficult to say how.

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.

Like Indiana Jones, I don’t like snakes – though that might lead some to ask why I’m in politics.

I believe in marriage. I believe marriage is a really important institution, it’s one of the most important institutions we have.

I believe it’s important that we ensure that the police have a modern and flexible workforce. I think that’s what is necessary, so that they can provide the public with the service that they want.

Today, there’s an expectation that you get to know public people. In the past, it was much more what you did and how you presented yourself.

I think there is a break down of trust generally, between people and politicians. I think that’s come about for a whole variety of reasons.

The Conservative Party’s always stood in every seat and I think it’s important to us.

I think it’s important to do a good job and not to feel that you’ve got to make grand gestures, but just to get on and deliver.