18 DECEMBER 2004, page 79

From Toby Young Q. I Am A Theatre Critic Currently

appearing in a one-man show in the West End. Not surprisingly, several of my colleagues have been less than generous about my performance. One in particular, a man I’ve always......

From Kirstie Allsopp Q. As A Television Presenter I Need

to spend a fortune on clothes so as to constantly ring the changes. I am also the eldest of four and my siblings have gleaned the erroneous impression that all telly presenters......

From Griff Rhys Jones Q. Is There A Correct System

of hierarchical address between celebrities, people who might not have met but do still ‘know’ one another from the television? In the street it is not a problem — once I passed......

From Bay Garnett Q. Friends And Acquaintances Who Know How

much vintage clothing I have often ask if they can borrow something. My problem is that because people know I have acquired most of it for tiny amounts of money in thrift shops......

From John Humphrys Q. In My Line Of Work I

often have to talk to politicians. Some of them are very unpleasant to me and it can be most hurtful. I am a rather timid person who dislikes confrontation. How should one deal......