His name is Larry and maybe first cat diplomatic in a position held more than ten years ago. This cat of the European white and brindle breed has reached the number. 10 Downing Street, street where British governors domiciled, place of residence Boris JohnsonTen years ago and daily enjoys the company of neighbors and journalists.
About The “official hunter” of rats by the Government of Great Britain and came to this position during his government David CameronAt that time the UK was facing a major financial crisis that left its mark on history and since then Larry has witnessed changes as significant as the pandemic or ‘Brexit’.
His role is actually saving the prime minister’s office from rodents and this is even reflected on the British Government’s official page where it states that other functions are being performed. “welcoming guests, examining security mechanisms and testing the quality of antique napping furniture.”
Cameron regretted not being able to take him with him at the time and went so far as to show the other MPs photos of Larry between his legs: “Unfortunately I can’t take him with me, Larry belongs to the office and staff love it“He admitted it at the time. Theresa May, after succeeding Cameron (2016 – 2017), kept Larry in his official position and wore a collar with the British flag as a sign of Brexit. This sparked criticism at the time and Larry’s One of the accounts’ unofficial officials went to state that he was the official cat “I had a better relationship with Brussels” after May.
From the same Twitter account @Number10cat, they repeated the same information, thanking the spread of content related to the cat’s diplomatic missions.
Every day he stands shoulder to shoulder with reporters, but also with politicians. Barack Obama anyone embers, Who was he photographed with? Political journalists in London are accustomed to his presence, and for Larry they are also part of his daily flock (images on his social networks show this). Larry is an influencer who has won over 100% of potential voters regardless of party.