“London has always been a haven for victims of cruelty, and been improv...” — Emma Thompson Quote

“London has always been a haven for victims of cruelty, and been improved by them. Yet I can see it changing now. Outsiders are demonised, there are little bits of legislation, people are scared.”

“Its unfortunate and I really wish I wouldn't have to say this, but I really like human beings who have suffered. They're kinder.”

“Indeed - judicious, consistent parenting is a dream of mine. No judgements, learning space and listening carefully are my goals.”

“I speak to Matt Ritchie a lot, he's someone I lean on in the squad. He tends to keep us grounded and he's always there with good bits of advice.”

“I did a lot of theatre when I started out. It was the Lyceum, the Citz, the Tron and the Traverse. I came to London and did the Royal Court, the National, 'King Lear' at the Manchester Royal Exchange. I did little bits of comedy, like 'Rab C Nesbitt,' but I wasn't predominantly about comedy.”

“All writers are magpies, right? We're always stealing bits from different places and then weaving them into our little nest.”