Following the shock sacking of Peter Mandelson this morning, we understand that Sooty (entertainer, diplomat and national treasure) is now regarded as the frontrunner to take over the role from the disgraced ambassador. With Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK only days away, Sooty is considered by many within government as a safe pair of hands.
We spoke to Marcus Gathridge, Lib Dem MP for Bognor South. “It’s high time the UK presented a strong, independent face to America,” he said. “He should do well amongst all the other puppets in Washington.”