If you had to be stuck in a lift with someone, who would it be and why?

Katherine Jenkins, she’s a beautiful woman and a perfect singer.

What is your biggest fear?

Flying.

Do you have any superstitions?

I have no superstitions. When your time is up, it’s up. Whether you walk past a black cat or under a ladder is immaterial.

If you could have one song on your iPod, what would it be, and why?

My Way, by Frank Sinatra, because I do everything my way.

What’s the most expensive thing you’ve bought, not including your property?

My car.

What is the best piece of advice you’ve been given?

Live for today, not for tomorrow. If you can’t do a man a good turn, don’t do him a bad one.

What’s your indulgence?

I enjoy good cooking, especially pizza.

What item could you not live without?

That would be my car.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be and why?

I could never change anything about myself, what I am is what I am.

Where are you next going on holiday?

I’m on a permanent holiday, I love my work.