Quotes of the day

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I can’t understand why people would be wishing to go on what is effectively a Russian propaganda channel that’s obviously propagating the lines of the Kremlin. Ultimately people have to make their own choices, but it’s certainly not something that I would advise.”

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson on Moscow-backed broadcaster RT “

His explosive and intemperate behaviour is legendary, objectionable and unworthy of someone in such public office – conduct which may not stand up to the standards expected in public life. There were lots of people who were, frankly, terrified of the Speaker.”

Former Black Rod David Leakey on Commons Speaker John Bercow “

Sajid Javid’s stance, with his legs apart, has been called a power pose. Parents know it as the sign of a full nappy.”

C. Sawo, of Clacton-on-Sea, in a letter to the Daily Mail.

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I will try to meditate at the end of the day. It is a great way to still a mind before sleeping.”

Sherlock Holmes actor Benedict Cumberbatch