to the Club Paul.
Thanks for the informative first post. As you have discovered - a sticky/failing underbonnet pump can cause starting issues. A quick tap unsticks it. Other fuel-related issues include the other fuel pump in-tank (where fitted) and the fuel filter which can come unscrewed (this is a simple fix with £2 spare part fitment to prevent repeat unscrewing).
Hope you enjoy your stay here - plenty to read up on and do if you haven't already seen.