As Sir Keir Starmer steps into the role of Britain’s Prime Minister, he begins a journey filled with tradition, responsibility, and unique experiences. From receiving briefings to writing “last resort letters” for Britain’s nuclear missile submarines, to choosing between two residences at No.10 or No.11 Downing Street, Starmer faces a whirlwind of decisions.
However, amidst the pomp and circumstance, the reality of No.10 Downing Street’s outdated and dysfunctional infrastructure adds a touch of irony to this historic occasion. With a history dating back to the 17th century, the building’s inadequate design is a testament to George Downing’s profit-driven construction.
Through it all, one constant remains – Larry the cat, the well-loved Chief Mouser of Downing Street. With an army of followers on social media and photographers at his beck and call, Larry’s presence adds a touch of familiarity to the whirlwind of change. As Starmer navigates his new role, one can’t help but wonder about the interaction that awaits between this iconic feline and the new Prime Minister.