For politicians, it’s not just what comes out of your mouth that’s painstakingly scrutinised, but what goes in it too.
Those who grace the corridors of the commons have long used food as a political ploy to seem relatable, but being photographed while tucking into a snack is the stuff of nightmares for anyone who wouldn't normally be caught dead scoffing a sausage roll.
It's a risky trade off: eating a local delicacy during a visit to your constituency may seem like a failsafe way to project a populist image, but it can also reveal just how out of touch our politicians are, as many are left flustered from the simple act of eating normally.
