With Boris Johnson coming to the end of his second mayoral term, London is preparing to elect his replacement.
But who could possibly replace a divisive yet larger-than-life character with a distinctive hairstyle who has attracted loyal supporters and alienated opponents in equal measure?
Of course – Morrissey!
The former Smiths frontman has been asked to run for the Animal Welfare Party in May’s election, according to the True to You website.
And the 56-year-old is reportedly “very seriously” considering pursuing the 330 signatures required to stand.
A noted animal rights advocate, Morrissey said in a statement: “Social justice for animals is not much to demand, because we are only asking humans to think rationally and with heart.
‘There must be a governmental voice against the hellish and archaic social injustice allotted to animals in the United Kingdom simply because those animals do not speak English, otherwise millions of very caring citizens are greatly concerned about issues that no one is able to do anything about,’ he added.
