COMEDIAN Jim Davidson OBE moored his luxury boat at Weymouth Harbour and gave his views on politics, colourful love life and veterans in prison - while entertaining passers-by with gags and giving away bottles of wine to fans.

The controversial comic, formerly presenter of The Generation Game and Big Break, was on fine form as he visited the town for a two-day vacation and took in the sights including Custom House Quay, The Esplanade and the Pavilion - which he said he is banned from performing at.

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He shared his views on the controversy surrounding England bowler Ollie Robinson, who was suspended by England and Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) pending an investigation into historical racist and sexist tweets posted in 2012 and 2013.

Dorset Echo: England bowler Ollie Robinson has been suspendedEngland bowler Ollie Robinson has been suspended

He said: "The investigation into the offensive tweets is ridiculous.

"It's unfair to dig up the past on someone and display their views for something they said at the age of 19. His views would have likely changed over the past nine years.

"I think it's probably less-talented cricketers who have stitched him up.

"Let he without sin cast the first stone."

Dorset Echo: Mr Davidson on his luxury boat in Weymouth Harbour on Custom House Quay. Picture: Sam McKeownMr Davidson on his luxury boat in Weymouth Harbour on Custom House Quay. Picture: Sam McKeown

The famous ladies man has lost none of his charm, although he is still loved up with his fifth wife Michelle - and apparently has no ill feelings towards wives one to four, despite them leaving him 'skint' with well-publicised expensive divorces.

The stand-up comedian spoke passionately about the charity Care after Combat, which he co-founded.

"I'm not part of the charity anymore, but it's a great organisation which has helped offenders, including those at HMP Portland and the Verne," he said.

"Its main aim is to look after veterans in the criminal justice system."

His friend and ex-serviceman Brian Miar, who accompanied on the trip along with brother Bill, said: "Jim's raised millions of pounds for British forces charities.

"He's modest and a patriot."

The comic, whose former father-in-law lives in Weymouth, also spoke about reports paedophile pop star Gary Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, could be allowed to move from his current prison on Portland to an open prison within weeks.

He said: "I spoke to Paul when I visited The Verne two years ago. He's remorseful and he looked ready to start a new life."

Mr Davidson said his next destination will be Southampton, but not before visiting the Lulworth area - and he said he hopes to be back in Weymouth soon.

He said: "Weymouth is marvellous. The harbour is very well run and I can't wait to come back."

Going forward, Mr Davidson has started online-based weekly news site Ustreme.

Dorset Echo: The stand-up comic spent Tuesday evening with friends and family at The George Inn on Custom House QuayThe stand-up comic spent Tuesday evening with friends and family at The George Inn on Custom House Quay