Larry the Cat is a rescue from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home who has served as the Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office at 10 Downing Street since 2011. Over his tenure, he has witnessed the arrival and departure of numerous British Prime Ministers, earning him a reputation as the most stable figure in UK politics. The meme typically highlights Larry's stoic indifference to political turmoil, often portraying him as the true 'landlord' of Downing Street who simply watches politicians pass through. His popularity soared on social media as he became a symbol of longevity and public affection, with memes frequently captioning his territorial disputes with foxes or his habit of appearing in the background of serious news broadcasts.