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Larry has seen six prime ministers come and go, welcomed world leaders and princes at the iconic black door of No 10, and is shortly set to become the most enduring continuous occupant since historical figures.

Lasting Presence in British Government

While the landscape of UK government has changed dramatically over the last 15 years, the feline has remained a reassuring constant. His enduring appeal - the type that many leaders would covet - is now showcased in a upcoming documentary series exploring the country's affection for cats.

"Larry is definitely the person to encounter at No 10," stated one political source, adding that he "has the run of the residence."

Modest Beginnings

The tabby, whose formal title is Chief Mouser of the Cabinet Office at the Prime Minister's residence, was taken in from an animal shelter to address a rodent issue. His journey from homeless cat in south London to official resident represents a true rags to riches story that outshines many political biographies.

Government Existence

When tensions ran strong during the political partnership, former Prime Minister the ex-PM was keen to dispel any rumors of dislike between him and the nation's new favorite cat. "The rumor is I dislike Larry - I do," he declared during one parliamentary session.

Now a more established presence, Larry appears fully adjusted to the attention. Often spotted on broadcast television lingering calmly by the front door, his relaxed demeanor in front of audiences has become somewhat problematic for the Downing Street groundskeeper - he frequently visits the main flower patch to do his business.

Formal Duties

His official description describes the 18-year-old tabby as spending his days greeting visitors, checking protection measures, and evaluating historical pieces for napping comfort. His regular responsibilities include considering solutions to the mouse occupancy in the residence.

While Larry is the initial to hold this particular position, felines have been welcomed in the corridors of power for at minimum a hundred years. "Consistency is an essential part of the cat's attraction," explained one academic who has studied human-animal relationships.

Diplomatic Appearances

Larry has an sharp sense of official occasion. "The moment anything occurs on the road, particularly an official arrival, like routine, he'll be outside the front," commented a Number 10 source. "Larry adores the attention."

Ex- American leader Barack Obama and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are among the international leaders he has charmed. However, not all leaders were similarly fond.

Personality and Preferences

"Theresa May famously hated him because she was a canine person," said one photographer who has witnessed several MPs attempting, and failing, to stroke the cat.

When he isn't walking the sidewalks, Larry's regular resting places include the printer and desk organizers, but his preferred locations are on the window sills on either side of the front door.

Public Adoration

Larry's popularity with the people remains undeniable. There are various online profiles dedicated to the nation's top cat, including one with more than eight hundred sixty-eight thousand fans. Larry also receives letters, toys, and snacks from across the world and has lately been included in a publication about government animals.

Complaints and Answer

As chief cat, he inevitably receives his portion of complaints. One government analyst recently called Larry as "too fat and excessively idle to really perform his job," claiming him of being "support dependent."

In response, insiders close to Larry have issued a stinging response. They explain that he is not at all publicly paid for, with Downing Street staff willingly paying his expenses.