I was shown around Ronnie's house by his father, who told his son about meeting me. Ronnie called the estate agent, a friend of mine, and asked me out via her.

Ronnie's lovely with his children, we see them often, and he's a fabulous step-father to Inez. He's such a good male role model for her and they're friends who laugh together as well.

I'm over the moon to be joining the cast of 'Holby' and am enjoying bringing the character of Sahira Shah to life.

Every break-up is unique. But when there are children involved you don't know where to turn.

I tried Botox once and I looked demented.

When I was younger I used to volunteer at the Mother Teresa charities in India.

It was quite emotional leaving 'Holby' but it was the right time. I was working long hours and wanted to spend more time with my daughter.

Mohammed Ali. He's much more than a boxer. He's also a passionate idealist who fought for his people. I respect him - and, of course, he was very handsome in his younger days.

My father is Moroccan and I have fond childhood memories of holidays there.

I believe that a university education should be free as it is unfair on people who cannot afford to pay for it.

As a single parent, it can really be tough if the father's not in the picture much. Physically, emotionally and financially, you are trying to be there for your child and it can really get on top of you.

When I had my daughter and split up with her father six months later, I had a really hard time.

My biggest financial fear is dying and not leaving enough to see my daughter through to adulthood and financial independence.

I sometimes meditate.

I find that a small sacrifice such as switching off my phone and blocking out work helps me stay balanced.

I wouldn't say I am practicing Muslim - I don't go to the mosque or anything, but it's part of my identity.

I come from a big family and I was never completely on my own.

When somebody openly talks about having depression, it's a very brave thing to do.

I'm not in a rush to walk down the aisle.

I hadn't planned to have kids, I didn't even know I was pregnant until four months in.

I've always wanted to adopt.

I think women are so much more interesting and sexy in their 30s and 40s.

I am not a country girl at all. I tried the whole country dream and it didn't work for me. I need the madness and pandemonium of a city around me.

My background's Arab and I'm quite fiery, stubborn and used to shouting and expressing myself quite loudly, and Inez and I have our little fall-outs as mum and daughters do.