Keir Starmer: “It is never too late to issue an apology for wrongdoing – I wholeheartedly agree with that.”

I will now focus on other things and that will be international affairs including defence, security, trade and technology in a fast-changing world.

I leave probably the most high-profile job in the country to the most important, which is to be the best dad I can to my kids and best husband I can to my wife.

Immigration is down significantly. Our defence and security are on a far stronger footing and our international reputation is greatly enhanced.

The award was completely unexpected and very meaningful. It really means a huge amount.