Quote of the Day (2011-10-14)

Sir Humphrey: "Bernard, what is the purpose of our defence policy?"

Bernard Woolley: "To defend Britain."

Sir Humphrey: "No, Bernard. It is to make people believe Britain is defended."

Bernard Woolley: "The Russians?"

Sir Humphrey: "Not the Russians, the British! The Russians know it is not."

Source: Yes, Prime Minister