Starmer’s wife has been in hiding during this campaign, with Labour sources keen to keep her out of the spotlight. Starmer says the reason for her notable absence is “the kids”. Though ‘Lady Vic’ hasn’t shied away from political activity in the past…

In 2017, she was more than willing to parade herself and her daughter at The Women’s March ‘wake’ mourning the inauguration of Donald Trump. The movement stated on its website that the US election “proved a catalyst for a grassroots movement of women to assert the positive values that the politics of fear denies”. Despite Keir saying the family want to keep out of the public eye, it appears Victoria was more than happy to be pictured with her and the family, along with a family friend. The photo was published on the Ham & High news website at the time:

If the polls are anything to go by, it may be a little awkward for Victoria when she’s made to to stand next to Melania Trump in November…