Quotes of the day

There’s been a dereliction of duty on the part of politicians and policymakers to ensure that the rapid growth in technology is utilised and steered in a direction that benefits us all.” Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London.

I am just really enjoying the success of the whole team out in Korea. I live in failure a lot more than I live in success so I am making myself enjoy this and I will think about it later.” Winter Olympics gold medallist Lizzy Yarnold on the question of retirement.

An official went to ask my big Auntie Nellie to come off the beach because the tide was waiting to come in.”

One of the late Sir Ken Dodd’s favourite jokes.

I don’t want to be on my own for the rest of my life. I love male company, am full of energy and don’t want to be stuck at home alone.” Strictly Come Dancing star Debbie McGee, widow of magician Paul Daniels, is looking for love again.

It was never a good idea to leave the EU. To leave it now borders on extreme recklessness.” Lib Dem leader Sir Vince Cable.