Izzard reveals political ambitions

Eddie Izzard has revealed that he wants to become a politician.

The 46-year-old actor and stand-up comic told Newsweek of his ambitions to move into European politics.

Izzard said: "I do like people and trying to make things work. We've got to make it work in Europe. People are very worried about sovereignty and the loss of sovereignty. I think the stakes are if we don't make the European Union work, then the world is screwed. End of story."

However, Izzard, who stars in TV show The Riches with Minnie Driver, said a political career is in his long-term plans. "It's a decade away," he claimed.

Izzard recently admitted to "talking crap" during his comedy performances.