Quotes by Andrew Davies

“It is a fascinating period, but people are expecting miracles - and miracles just dont happen, ... We have to be realistic about how fast we can change.”

“For much of the 20th century people left Wales, but today the old adage You have to get out to get on no longer holds, ... For the first time in a long time we now have more people coming in than leaving.”

“Ive got some good news for you.”

“Our scheme guaranteeing free travel for elderly and disabled people on local bus services continues to be hugely successful. Nevertheless, we are conscious it cannot benefit people who are not able to use even low-floor buses because of the nature or severity of their disability. This project will not only immediately improve access for these passengers, it will also allow us to test the extent to which community transport is able to meet the transport needs of persons who cannot use conventional buses.”

“They also said they woke better and seemed to have a bit more energy during the day.”

“Bleak House is a great baggy thing, the plot doesnt work in all sorts of parts, so youve got to tinker with it. Usually I tell myself, find the spine of the story and stick to that and chuck out anything not related to the spine of the story, but that doesnt work with Dickens. You lose the flavor of him if you dont include all those other extra comic characters that he couldnt stop himself from creating. The plot bulges out. Its like horrible boils or something, but in a nice way.”

“I am delighted with this appointment. Gareth is a proven operator at a senior strategy and operational level in economic development in Wales and, as chief executive, has provided strategic direction to the WDA over the past 15 months.”

“Wales is delighted to be partnering with the state of Michigan, who we consider to be a leader in the ITS American arena. We see huge synergies between Michigan and Wales and look forward to further developing these opportunities.”

Nursing homes and rest homes are all the rage round here. Most of us will be in them before very long. Do you fancy that? Are you looking forward to it? No, neither am I. But Im doing something about that. Just whisky and cigarettes, so far, mostly.

I used to have this Mercedes, a dark blue 450SLC, which was the most beautiful car. Id like to have another unusual, beautiful car.