It did come as a bit of a surprise when Alan asked me to take on the role, but I can't wait for the season to begin.

BBC: Hill & De Kock take Sarries roles

As National Poet for Wales, when Alan Hewson asked me and Carol Ann Duffy, Poet Laureate, to read at the festival of architecture, we gladly agreed.

BBC: Petition over Aberystwyth Arts Centre suspensions

Alan Davies asked for many things to be changed which were turned down and he lost his post four years later, just before the next World Cup.

BBC: Western Samoa 16-10 Wales