I really hope that National Family Week encourages people to take a moment to realise the importance of the people they have around them. Even if you do not have any direct family, friends and colleagues can be great sources of strength. I am in full support of this national initiative and the message that it is spreading.

Amanda Holden, Britain's Got Talent Judge

Encouraging families to get active is a subject very close to my heart, so I am thrilled and delighted to be able to show my support for National Family Week.

Sally Gunnell OBE, Olympic Gold Medalist

I am delighted to welcome National Family Week. It's full of practical ideas, and it will be great to see organisations from all sections of society join together to celebrate family life.

David Cameron MP, Leader of the Conservative Party

I am delighted to support National Family Week... By working with 4Children on the new Family Commission, I want to help ensure that families of all backgrounds and sizes get the help they need and are able to make positive choices about the future.

Esther Rantzen, CBE, Broadcaster, Campaigner and Chair of The Family Commission

...I have always had a strong family support and I am so grateful to have had this... During this week, families in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales should get together and take time out as a family... I can think of no better excuse than a big picnic, or family feast to get everyone rounded up.

Sian Lloyd, Presenter

I would not have been able to achieve half as much as I have without my family support. With a strong family you can achieve anything. I think it is important to make time for family and spend time together, for National Family Week, and every week.

Joe Swash, Actor