Richard Madeley

I'm in my mid-60s and in the spring I split from my girlfriend of six years; we'd lived together in what had previously been my house for three. Her teenage daughter lived with us half the time; I tried hard to get along with her, but found her sullen and moody and resentful, and it was constantly difficult. Eventually things came to a head and we broke up – pretty much by mutual agreement – sold the house and went our separate ways.

Considering the financial strain the Government puts on our business, I think it’s only fair

My wife and I are in our late 60s, semi-retired but still fairly active. We have been married 47 years and have children and grandchildren . I was

It’s a lovely gesture, but its incredibly uncomfortable. Is a staged mugging the only option?

My friends all prefer it – and I don’t want him to bully anyone into paying more than they can afford

She used to be a model, and I know how irresistible she can be when she is focussed on a man

My dad only died a month ago so I want to be there for Mum – am I wrong to expect my wife to cut me some slack?

She panicked when I said I wanted to leave, and even suggested an ‘arrangement’ with her husband

My husband, who is in his 80s, is exhausted by it all, but fears she’ll blank him if he confronts her

She has persuaded her to uninvite my side of the family, ruining this special day