"Sexual addiction is comparable to the other, better known addictions such as drug, alcohol and gambling. Many people suffer different types of this disease. There is no cure for it and self-help is rarely successful. But having an addiction is not excuse for my behaviour ... I hope that, in time, people will be able to understand and forgive me as I fight this difficult, personal battle," said Lord Laidlaw, who is worth 770 million Sterling pounds.

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