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I do think there is a great deal of caricature around the House of Commons. It is just that kind of place.

Further Education should be about the ability to learn, not the ability to pay - everyone who is able should have the opportunity, regardless of their family background. I don't want to see students struggling with huge debts or frightened off even going to university in the first place.

From Charles Kennedy

My approach is always to try to be straight with people, especially about what my party can achieve.

From Charles Kennedy

It is true that I entered parliament at the age of 23, and have now been representing the people of my constituency for over twenty years.

From Charles Kennedy

I think that former leaders are best seen occasionally and not too often heard - particularly on the subject of their successors!

From Charles Kennedy

The point never to lose sight of is to be guided by the correct thing, as you see it. It's the only way to approach such profound matters and retain your integrity.

From Charles Kennedy

I couldn't imagine a day without music. It relaxes and stimulates me in equal measure and I hate the sound of silence - the concept, I mean, not the track by Simon and Garfunkel.

From Charles Kennedy