Highlight of the week

"There are a number of things this week that have been of interest to me.

"I suppose one was the continuing crisis in Iraq, the war and bombing of Iraq. If it had gone ahead the Middle East would be in flames and the United Kingdom and the United States would be isolated.

"On the domestic front, the extraordinary constitutional event of the defeat of the European Elections Bill. The Lords is undemocratic and this bill is undemocratic. I voted against it.

"It does raise some contradictory questions. I have never supported the Lords but I don't support this bill.

"This week I have also attended a student rally in Hyde Park, a meeting about the Child Support Agency and a conference of sixth formers."

Winner of the week

"The winner of the week is David Shayler who was released from prison by the French courts after being accused of breaking the Official Secrets Act.

"He made a statement that the Secret Intelligence Services tried to kill Colonel Gaddafi and I would believe anything they are said to have done."

Loser of the week

"I don't think of politics in personal terms. This week has seen a set back for the European Elections Bill.

"There has also been a set back for the United States and the UK over Iraq. There have been thousands killed in the Gulf war and thousands of children are now starving. This is a victory for the United Nations and world opinion."

Quote of the week

"The real issue in Britain and the issue worldwide is democracy.

"If we look worldwide, the continuing crisis over democracy is always high on the agenda."

How many times have you been in the Commons chamber this week?

"I go every day. I never miss it.

"I asked the prime minister a question on Monday and took part in the debate.

"I did not get home until one this morning. My day starts early and I work right through. I got up at five yesterday so that's a 20-hour day.

"I'm going to my constituency tomorrow. It's a seven day-a-week job but I do enjoy it."

Forthcoming highlights

"Next week is the new session of parliament with the Queen's speech.