I will away from my desk for three weeks, going to Doha, London, Brussels, London, New York, Houston and then back home.

This is a work trip, really, but also catching up with some old friends. So there is a real risk of lunches and dinners presenting a challenge on the waistline front.

I should get emails, pretty much, whilst I am away. In the meantime, if you need anything more, my clerks in London or my PA Sue Fox should be able to help.