It's one thing being proud of a culture, but first, me thinks, we must be proud of ourselves, and of each other.

This is the key, for me. I strive to feel proud of what I actually am - not what anyone else thinks I ought to be. I'm perfectly aware of my Englishness and how my culture roots me.

Shane Meadows excellent film 'This Is England' is on TV tonight, WAV. I urge you to watch it.