After a show in Bognor Regis, Paul was kidnapped by a gang of five OAP's and taken to a nearby disused allotment shed. He was then subjected to an intense two hour interrogation where his assailants shoved a 40 watt lamp in his moosh. Here are the answers he was forced to give....

What is the best piece of advice you have had?
I've had lots of advice from many comics. The best came from comedian Neil James. "Always look smart before, during and after the show, be polite and treat people how you would like to be treated yourself". I've stuck to this and it hasn't failed me yet.
A very helpful tip from Steve Ballard "Use gaffer tape on your face
if you're driving and very tired after a gig!"

Who do you look up to in the entertainment industry?
It has to be Joe Longthorne. I have always admired his stage presence and unbelievable talent. I first saw him in summer season back in 1988 on the north pier in Blackpool. My mum and dad had booked front row seats and as soon as the overture kicked in and the house lights dimmed I was hooked. I have seen him many times since and you are always guaranteed a first class show. He is undoubtedly the best entertainer the UK has had for many years but sadly not given as much credit or exposure as he deserves. A life ambition to support him on tour or in summer season.

What has been your proudest moment?
Outside of the business it has to be the birth of my son. Nothing could ever come close to that, the light of my life.

Who has been your biggest influence?
My mum and dad have always supported me in everything I have done. My dad (Brian) often comes along to gigs and works hard writing new material and routines for me. I have a good close team around me. Matt who comes to every gig working my sound desk and backing and Duncan, who works tirelessly in the studio producing, editing and arranging my backing tracks.

If you could sit around a table with any person from the world of entertainment or sport,
past or present who would it be?
The first one is easy it would have to be Elvis Presley. Now that man was 100% class. I believe that all entertainers have a little bit of Elvis in them somewhere. He showed what entertainment and performing is all about. He had it all. The second is Bobby Moore. Not just because I'm a West Ham fan but anyone who knows anything about football would have to admit that he was the greatest English player ever to have graced our game, such a talent and sorely missed. The third would definitely be Actor Ray Winstone. In my eyes he is the best actor in this country by far. Whatever character he is playing he does it with such conviction and feeling. A staring role along side Ray?
Now that would be something.

Who's your favourite comedian?
I have a few all for their different styles. However many times I see Duncan Norvelle's act I still roll about. A real all rounder, not only that but a true gent and one of the nicest blokes I've met in this game yet. Bradley Walsh live is like sitting down the pub having a drink with one of your best mates. Ian Irving is so relaxed on stage. The same can be said about Adger Brown and of course the king of comedy Mick Miller, it looks effortless for them, all very funny men.

Any other interests outside of comedy?
I love to play golf. I am proud to be a member of the Comedians Golfing Society where we raise money for charity and worthy causes. It's an absolute riot of a day even if the golf has been a little eratic. I also love my football. I don't get as much time as I would like to play anymore but I follow the hammers and get up to upton park when I can.

What are your future ambitions?
I want to carry on working hard on my shows and to secure personal management soon, that is really the next step for me. Someone who will guide me in the business. I would like to look into other avenues too, like acting, presenting etc. who knows whats around the corner?