It’s almost got to the stage where who Boris is bedding is a non-story. Unlike in the past, last year’s allegations barely scraped the low-teen pages of the tabloids.

Though given his impending re-election campaign, it’s surprising how little comment there has been on the mysterious brunette the Mayor has been spotted out and about with, wining, dining and holidaying. Guido understands her name is Marina.

Also known as Mrs Johnson…