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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Holly Bishop

Starmer jokes about Larry the cat as he discusses Renters’ Rights Act

  • Sir Keir Starmer made a joke about Larry the cat, Number 10 's Chief Mouser, while discussing the new Renters’ Rights Act.
  • Speaking at a reception for homelessness charities, the prime minister highlighted that the legislation gives tenants greater rights to keep pets.
  • Sir Keir shared that he had to buy his daughter a cat, Prince, to convince her to live at Downing Street.
  • He humorously suggested Larry 'went through the roof' when the act passed and might not fully understand 'tenant responsibility'.
  • The joke drew laughter from the audience attending the event.

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