The Iron Larry, The Flowing Prime Ministers – Downing Street's 'Underground PM' Undergoes Surgery at 19

In the decade, the UK political scene has seen seven prime ministers come and go, yet one 'official' has remained steadfastly in place at 10 Downing Street. This is Larry, a 19-year-old tabby cat, officially titled 'Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office,' but popularly known as Britain's 'Underground Prime Minister.' Larry was originally a stray, adopted from a shelter by then-Prime Minister Cameron in 2011, officially 'joining the cabinet.' Over 15 years, he has seen off six prime ministers: Cameron, May, Johnson, Truss, Sunak, and Skymmer. In July this year, he welcomed his seventh 'chief servant,' Starmer, making him the only 'seven-term veteran' retained in the cabinet. The UK's BBC once described Larry as already being a part of Downing Street, as classic as the black front door. Recently, this political veteran underwent emergency surgery to remove a cyst, causing great concern among his supporters. The official residence of the British Prime Minister immediately posted an update on social media to reassure everyone, humorously stating in true British style that Larry was "feline fine," but his recovery wouldn't be "step-by-step" like a human's, but rather "one paw-print at a time." Larry's unofficial X account also coolly retweeted a response: "Still got 6 lives left." Prime ministers come and go, but Larry stands firm. As netizens put it: 'Politicians come and go, but Larry is forever.' Wow, a 19-year-old cat undergoing surgery and being okay is truly remarkable. Stay healthy, Larry!