Palmerston | What They Did Next

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  • In the first episode in our new series 'What They Did Next' we follow up with ex-Battersea cat, Palmerston, now 'Chief Mouser' at the UK Foreign Office.
    Look out for more episodes in the coming weeks.

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  • @justanordinaryhong-konger9961
    @justanordinaryhong-konger9961 4 ปีที่แล้ว +763

    One of the dislikes is from Larry

  • @spinakker14
    @spinakker14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +378

    Politics aside, I just adore cats being employed as civil servants. Every time I hear or search about Larry or Palmerston, I feel extraordinary joy

  • @ipsygypsy16
    @ipsygypsy16 4 ปีที่แล้ว +793

    They had the Aristo-cat Larry. And now they have Palmerston, the Bureau-cat. Ahh...The English and their feline...

    • @superduck6456
      @superduck6456 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Don’t forget about Gladstone the cat.

    • @nictheartist
      @nictheartist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Well, Larry is still around, he lives at Number Ten.

    • @harperwilson1595
      @harperwilson1595 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Larry is still there. Poor larry

    • @iimxblslife6282
      @iimxblslife6282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m your 300th like,

    • @jonathanfraser321
      @jonathanfraser321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We also have a Diplocat- He is" Ambassador Extraordinary" to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

  • @queuna
    @queuna 4 ปีที่แล้ว +950

    The cat who fights with Larry!

    • @idrissahmat498
      @idrissahmat498 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      😂😂😂

    • @mastertemple8369
      @mastertemple8369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Yeah I saw him fight with Larry...Hilarious!

    • @csw4ak
      @csw4ak 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Larry is a creampuff.

    • @fiasco348
      @fiasco348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Larry's old and out of shape, the Palmerston camp want more money for this fight to happen.

    • @nurlindafsihotang49
      @nurlindafsihotang49 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lord Palmerston :" silence, you commoner" paw-slaps larry

  • @papiharpy7547
    @papiharpy7547 5 ปีที่แล้ว +458

    Cats, serving the country since before we realised it.

    • @joannesaltfleet2071
      @joannesaltfleet2071 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Our ginger tabby Baby rules our roost as she is spoilt!

  • @belalabusultan5911
    @belalabusultan5911 3 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    this man's job is to track Palmerston progress and pet him from time to time.
    BEST JOB EVER.

  • @chxxrlo
    @chxxrlo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +435

    He was escorted out of downing street by police

  • @TXMEDRGR
    @TXMEDRGR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +352

    It's good to know the British have a hard working civil servant.

  • @destroyerself
    @destroyerself 3 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    A dog sits on the throne (one of the queen's corgis), while the cats sit on parliamentary.

    • @littlebean1556
      @littlebean1556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      that's why they say cats are masterminds

    • @notesfromthefield1025
      @notesfromthefield1025 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Lol yes, really says something

    • @michaelsims1160
      @michaelsims1160 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      The dog is a figurehead dupe while the cats pull the levers of power. Remember who has to wear a leash.

    • @adolflenin4973
      @adolflenin4973 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@notesfromthefield1025 I still can't understand

    • @elsjemassyn8921
      @elsjemassyn8921 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where all the REAL decisions are made

  • @9razzler9
    @9razzler9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    the drama with larry and palmerston has been on going. how can we as a nation be at peace when downing street can't keep their house in check

  • @michaelward9880
    @michaelward9880 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Palmerston is grand example of a tuxedo cat! What a handsome boy!

  • @Adventuregirl96
    @Adventuregirl96 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You always feel special when the cat decides to sit in your lap over others.

  • @Maaarrina
    @Maaarrina 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Tuxedo Palmerston is often seen fighting Larry the Downing Street chief mouser :)

  • @panamapatti3364
    @panamapatti3364 5 ปีที่แล้ว +366

    Mouse catching might improve if you take off the bell. If the mouse hears the cat coming, his ability to catch the vermin is greatly reduced.

    • @Ntyler01mil
      @Ntyler01mil 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I think it's mostly about scaring away the mice.

    • @freeman2399
      @freeman2399 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      He's probably learned to hunt with the bell, keeping his head still while hunting, we put a bell on my cat and he learned fast how to hunt with the bell.

    • @zerofighterfairy
      @zerofighterfairy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      The bell invoke fear and trauma on rats and might become urban legend in Rat's sewer.

    • @kgrimes4934
      @kgrimes4934 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It's a balancing act esp if he thinks Birds are more delicious. The bell is an effective warning system for most birds while for most mice that hear the bell, it will be the last thing they'll ever hear.

    • @user-vy3zy2hs8d
      @user-vy3zy2hs8d 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      My mother has always told me that the mere smell of a cat chases mice away. It's seems there is scientifique evidence for that : www.bbc.com/news/10117428#:~:text=Cats%2C%20rats%20and%20other%20predators,urine%20they%20react%20with%20fear.

  • @mikekeenan7760
    @mikekeenan7760 4 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    hes certainly dressed for the job

  • @miaomiaochan
    @miaomiaochan ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Sad to know that he retired a few years ago. I hope he's happy, wherever he happens to be.

    • @Galaxie7230
      @Galaxie7230 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He retired?!?! 😢

  • @krystynach.6084
    @krystynach.6084 5 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Palmerston! We love you indeed ♥

  • @adminvestorservicesinterna3585
    @adminvestorservicesinterna3585 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I had the great privilege of meeting Palmerston at the FCO when attending a diplomatic function there. Our meeting was quite by accident...I was coming up the main stairs when suddenly he appeared at the top. He was extremely friendly and allowed me the great honour of stroking him. A credit to the FCO...👏👏👏

  • @lilylin1805
    @lilylin1805 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    What a beautiful little employee!

  • @vipaoden
    @vipaoden ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The cat have a better life than most people. Stable job, free food and shelter

  • @helenel4126
    @helenel4126 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    If only all civil servants were as dedicated to their work!

  • @mossmonaco9061
    @mossmonaco9061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Beautiful kitty, loyal and always dressed for action.

  • @Bergen98
    @Bergen98 5 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    The true foreign Secretary of the UK and maybe the future Chief Mouser (maybe that is why he is fight with Larry)

  • @truthseeker9975
    @truthseeker9975 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Wow, his white markings are gorgeous. I love him so much more because he came from Battersea Cats and Dog's Home. I would never, never buy an animal - I think it's totally wrong when so many need homes. Just look at the PM's dog - he's cute beyond words and he's a rescue too!

  • @patriciabracken7546
    @patriciabracken7546 5 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    He is a proper Bureau...Cat....
    Palmerston.. Is a handsome bundle of fur..
    💖💕💟💞💓💝💗👍

  • @Nicki-jk9th
    @Nicki-jk9th 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    He's very elegant

  • @jisukim5333
    @jisukim5333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What a cat in a manner. It is always in suit, dressed up

  • @NLaertes
    @NLaertes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    House of Commons: We see an increase in expenditure from the Foreign Office, predominantly from the mousing department. How do you account for that?
    Foreign Secretary: Lord Palmerston's been busy...

  • @sgt6711
    @sgt6711 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Palmerston always fighting with larry!

  • @celinne700
    @celinne700 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    He is a hottie. Canada loves Palmerston.

  • @Mintmakeup
    @Mintmakeup 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Amo a los Gatos 🐈‍⬛, thank you Lord for these precious animals, they truly help us to cope with stress and loneliness

  • @josedanielvillegas4475
    @josedanielvillegas4475 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Quite a long way cats have traveled, from non formal rodent catchers in ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt, to official pest keepers in goverment palaces. Good for these furry friends, and good for their human employeers who still treat them as beautiful pets.

  • @littlebean1556
    @littlebean1556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I get a bit of Arsenal vs Liverpool type of rivalry between the two famous cat FCs at their respective govt offices, what with Sir Simon dotingly throwing British shade on Larry with Palmerston's "performance indicators" and popularity as govt employee lolol oh lawd this is great! I want more. Also, I'd vote for these guys seeing their genuine love for kitty :) Bless you, Battersea Dogs and Cats Home for all your good work towards rescuing these lovebugs!

  • @chulafferty6695
    @chulafferty6695 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    All Hail Palmerston the expert mouser😽🙏💕

  • @TheBorzoilover
    @TheBorzoilover ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very beautiful cat.

  • @ardiffley-zipkin9539
    @ardiffley-zipkin9539 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He is a cool cat. Stays inside to keep watch.

  • @muriellecamus3898
    @muriellecamus3898 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello kitty Palmerston!.😻

  • @lindajohnson6082
    @lindajohnson6082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They are both Absolutely gorgeous

  • @professorlazza3882
    @professorlazza3882 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Don’t mess with Larry!

  • @biancajade728
    @biancajade728 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Tuxedos rule! Plus Palmerston is a BOSS !

  • @wilmaalyesandraamat4869
    @wilmaalyesandraamat4869 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This cat has a higher rank than me..

  • @mel...s
    @mel...s 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Palmerston such a wonderful kitty!

  • @Shungabali
    @Shungabali 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a handsome cat🐈 we love you Palmerstone❤

  • @stacysatterfield2154
    @stacysatterfield2154 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love Tuxedos and Palmerton is beautiful

  • @HydroSnips
    @HydroSnips 5 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Man, we are a bonkers lot if you think about it. “Chief Mousers”, tabloid stories, rumours of plots and cat coups. Utterly utterly mad. Awesome of course yes, but barmy.

    • @isabellabuchanan3446
      @isabellabuchanan3446 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Wouldn't be without it. A stress reducer for a few minutes!

    • @Maaarrina
      @Maaarrina 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      It’s a fun tradition if I could say at least from a foreigner’s pov.

    • @jonathanfraser321
      @jonathanfraser321 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, thats how we do things in Britain. Its why we havent turned into dictatorships a. It works!

  • @lindadavies6109
    @lindadavies6109 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    So when is HRH going to infer a knighthood on Palmerston?? 🐾🐾

    • @lindadavies6109
      @lindadavies6109 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @martin corderoy Ohhh I see. I was not aware of that. Naughty kitty...

  • @heididelosreyes1043
    @heididelosreyes1043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a gorgeous and handsome 🐈

  • @san8524
    @san8524 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My cat catches more than twenty mice a year, problem is they’re all mice that she actually brings into the house from the garden!

    • @explorer0213
      @explorer0213 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's her way of thanking you for feeding her now she's returning the favour and feeding you!

    • @sunayakong8537
      @sunayakong8537 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I had a cat that did that, unfortunately for the rat I also had a jack Russell terrier. Unfortunately for me I had 2 am wake ups of cat and dog chasing a rat behind my grandfather clock. 😅

  • @garymclaughin
    @garymclaughin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice colors for sure.

  • @kyleterry5190
    @kyleterry5190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    If lord humpfrey was still in 10 downing street then I'd bet chief palmerston would be the epitome of gentlemanly decorum, refraining from starting rows and scuffles

  • @pommiebears
    @pommiebears ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Palmerston and Larry (#10 Downing St), had a fight. They don’t like each other lol.

  • @MuhammadSafdar-qe7rq
    @MuhammadSafdar-qe7rq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cats very nice and very beautiful and very happy

  • @moonwalkdreamer
    @moonwalkdreamer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good to see someone's doing their job there.

  • @gajeebant
    @gajeebant 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pitt the Elder!

  • @SuperBuckwheat11
    @SuperBuckwheat11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    He looks like Batman.

    • @jasonfrancis698
      @jasonfrancis698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Do You Know Why He Challenges Larry To Be In Number 10 Downing Street?
      Cause He Is CATMAN! (Joke) 😉

  • @abhayn1895
    @abhayn1895 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If Larry is assassinated, you know you did it

  • @welfarestates8465
    @welfarestates8465 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love this!

  • @simon0674
    @simon0674 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Palmerston the Only Civil Servent that is not Overpaid and Underworked.

  • @stevelenores5637
    @stevelenores5637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    England should replace their lions with house cats. Meow!

  • @Lizarthur63
    @Lizarthur63 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this!

  • @jldisme
    @jldisme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Palmerston is wearing a bell. Why would they put a belt on him if they want him to catch mice?

  • @lsdarius8702
    @lsdarius8702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely wonderful story

  • @kimwilliams7051
    @kimwilliams7051 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cute cat

  • @bhagyashritupsakhare4017
    @bhagyashritupsakhare4017 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Don't call him Servant... You are the servant he is the Boss..

  • @Salazar777
    @Salazar777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep Up the good job "Palmerston"!🧐

  • @mariettadominguez4920
    @mariettadominguez4920 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a joy ! ❤❤❤

  • @gunfoogunfoo2287
    @gunfoogunfoo2287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So my cat will be named Molotov now!

  • @juanrodarte5005
    @juanrodarte5005 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    With Palmerston in service all rats start scrambling, both 4 and 2 legged rats.

  • @katebogarin
    @katebogarin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He was really a rebel and said well Larry isn’t here. I don’t care I’m going in.

  • @joannesaltfleet2071
    @joannesaltfleet2071 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He's a handsome lad!

  • @elsjemassyn8921
    @elsjemassyn8921 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favoirite cat including Larry of course

  • @RachelIn179
    @RachelIn179 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely. Palmerston is dignified cat I think and would like greatly to have an alliance with Larry, however Larry simply will not have it! 1:44

  • @mrheru8627
    @mrheru8627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    oi... palmerston, you're larry enemy...!!!

  • @maruftim
    @maruftim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    20 mice a year is really impressive

  • @tommiterava5955
    @tommiterava5955 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the dislikes must be from Larry, the Chief Mouser of 10 Downing Street.

  • @bernardwanjohi7201
    @bernardwanjohi7201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They keep squaring up with Larry

  • @dorothyyoung8231
    @dorothyyoung8231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Doesn’t the bell reduce his mousing abilities?

    • @batterseadogsandcats
      @batterseadogsandcats  4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Haha you could have a point there. ;)

    • @iTube22100
      @iTube22100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Of course it does. Besides that it is annoying for the cat himself

  • @cosmickitty5693
    @cosmickitty5693 ปีที่แล้ว

    And he's just as handsome as Larry is. I love them both from afar....sigh....❤

  • @lindajohnson6082
    @lindajohnson6082 ปีที่แล้ว

    He’s gorgeous ❤

  • @liviamiriam222
    @liviamiriam222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Palmerston wears black and white suit

  • @stephmottershead9974
    @stephmottershead9974 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    poor palmerston he needs some sky news coverage lol

  • @b-nice1470
    @b-nice1470 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sir Fluffy McFlufferton of Lancashire and every other shire in 🇬🇧... Long live Sir Fluffy 😊

  • @forgottenartist36
    @forgottenartist36 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *Larry the opposition disagrees that this cat is the best civil servant for the empire*

  • @peebay3515
    @peebay3515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Pitt the Elder!!!!!

  • @christinechapman1987
    @christinechapman1987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic and well made movie but can he tackle Dify?

  • @orrling
    @orrling 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are some pawliticat matters Brittain is having

  • @HiAdrian
    @HiAdrian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The _biased_ Larry videos had me convinced I didn't like Palmerston. I was mistaken!

    • @littlebean1556
      @littlebean1556 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL admit it! you love them both

  • @OnlyScienceRules
    @OnlyScienceRules หลายเดือนก่อน

    De facto kings 🐾 🐈 🐈‍⬛

  • @miho2769
    @miho2769 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Seems Sir Simon really love Palmy :-)

  • @gatinhababydollaraujoemama7535
    @gatinhababydollaraujoemama7535 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Palmerston os beautiful cat

  • @lucysantos302
    @lucysantos302 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    💖💖💖💖💖💖

  • @annabelledoulton2421
    @annabelledoulton2421 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He's smiling.
    He's handsome looking.

  • @nurlindafsihotang49
    @nurlindafsihotang49 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So battersea, when would you interviewed HRH Elizabeth II's royal fur ladies-in-waiting a.ka corgies?

  • @linamarin2505
    @linamarin2505 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👏👏👏Frumos

  • @pennylane9730
    @pennylane9730 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir Simon
    Seems a nice man
    .

  • @AmadriadiCeliabailes
    @AmadriadiCeliabailes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ❤😻🐾

  • @mvl6827
    @mvl6827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    More Palmerston please! But I believe he is “retired” now? Already?

    • @jonathanfraser321
      @jonathanfraser321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Alas Palmerston had health issues and got early retirement. That's the official line. Actually he was a convinced remainer and Larry was committed to getting brexit done. Larry prevailed. On one occasion Palmerston got into number 10 . Security, at the urging of Larry, expelled him

    • @Wenchework
      @Wenchework ปีที่แล้ว

      Larry:Yesss another vermin remuved

  • @CJFerg81
    @CJFerg81 ปีที่แล้ว

    "And I say, that England's greatest Chief Mouser was Lord Palmerston!" "Pitt the Elder!" "Lord Palmerston!"

  • @youngraines851
    @youngraines851 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the CHIEF MOUSER, the formidable LORD PALMERSTON 😊😊😊

  • @mybookfacetube
    @mybookfacetube 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Five mice hit the thumbs down!