Via Mike Rouse, Guido learns that Brent Spiner the American actor who plays Star Trek’s Data has heard about his debut in British politics.

He tweeted “I would be happy to lead the people of England.” Subsequently, perhaps after looking on Wikipedia, he added “I realize I forgot to mention the people of Scotland and Wales. I will govern you too…” and later for the avoidance of doubt, “And, of course, Northern Ireland. And you will not call me anything other than Brent.” Change we can believe in…