Larry the Cat has remained the chief mouser at 10 Downing Street through the tenures of six UK prime ministers [1].

His continued presence serves as a rare point of constancy in British politics. While leadership at the heart of the UK government changes frequently, the official role of the chief mouser remains independent of political shifts.

Larry first arrived at the residence in 2011 [2]. Since that time, he has seen a succession of leaders move in and out of the historic London address. According to reports, he has outlasted six prime ministers [1]. This streak of longevity has made the cat a symbol of stability amidst the volatility of the prime minister's office.

For 15 years, Larry has served in his official capacity [2]. His duties involve managing the rodent population at the residence, a role that persists regardless of which party holds power.

Recent discussions regarding future leadership have highlighted Larry's enduring tenure. Andrew Eborn said that Andy Burnham would be the seventh prime minister since Larry the Cat took up residence in Number 10.

Eborn said that Burnham wants stability first, and said, "I think Andy Burnham’s going to be in a very interesting position."

While some reports suggest the cat outlasted five leaders, other records confirm the number is six [1]. The feline's residence has spanned the era from David Cameron to Keir Starmer, cementing his status as a permanent fixture of the British executive branch.

“Larry the Cat has remained the chief mouser at 10 Downing Street through the tenures of six UK prime ministers.”

The longevity of Larry the Cat highlights the frequent turnover of leadership in the UK government over the last 15 years. By outlasting six different prime ministers, the chief mouser has become a cultural touchstone that transcends partisan politics, representing a continuity of tradition within the British state even as the political administration undergoes rapid change.