Mumbai, August 26: As Larry the Cat aka 'Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office' nears his life's end, the British government officials at the 10 Downing Street, London, prepare a "Media Plan" to inform the citizens of his eventual demise. The 17-year-old tabby was christened as the "Chief Mouser" ever since House Member David Cameroon adopted him from Battersea Cats Home on February 15, 2011 as a pet for his children.

Ever since then, Larry has outlasted five Brtish prime minsisters, and his unofficial yet verified X account with over 898.4K followers, reads as "Living with my sixth Prime Minister." After his arrival on the Downing Street, Larry has often been spotted outside door of Number 10 during major political events and news broadcasts. As per the Cabinet Office website, Larry is the first cat at Number 10 to be bestowed with the official title Chief Mouser. Dog Attack in UK: Toddler Climbing on Pet XL Bully Injured in Horrifying Mauling.

Preparations of Larry's Passing

The government officials are drafting a press release and graphics in preparation to be “ready for the sad day he goes”, as sources told The Times. Adding on to this, pictures have been selected for publishing upon the eventual news of his death. These select pictures are reportedly stored in secured folders on the Number 10's IT system, as part of the bigger plan to inform the public.

Larry Updates His Followers 

On the reports of this "media plan", social media users got concerned for Larry and started inquiring about his well-being. A quirky update was posted on Larry's X account informing the people that his wish to be preserved as a stuffed animal over the fireplace in 10 Downing Street. It is to remind the inhabitants to not do anything stupid. Larry's account also informed that he was doing fine and was well off at the moment. London Dog Attack: Woman Mauled to Death by Her Two Registered XL Bully Dogs Inside House.

Larry, who spends his days greeting guests to the house on Number 10, also partakes in "inspecting security and testing antique furniture for napping quality" as per the official Cabinet Office website of UK. The Cabinet Office in their biography of Larry, further write that "His day-to-day responsibilities also include contemplating a solution to the mouse occupancy of the house. Larry says this is still ‘in the tactical planning stage." Larry continuously receives gifts and treats from the nation as he won over the hearts of the public and the press teams.

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