The Prime Minister has installed a ‘big sports screen’ at his country residence - so he can watch the football. Sir Keir Starmer said it was the "one change" he has made at Chequers in his 15 months in the job.

He did not install the giant screen so he can keep abreast of important global events such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, US President Donald Trump’s latest sanctions or the Israel-Palentine conflict. He said he did it so he can keep tabs on the fortunes of his beloved Arsenal. The PM is a lifelong fan of the Gooners and season ticket holder.

Starmer told BBC Radio 3 culture show Private Passions the screen allowed him to keep up to date on Arsenal news.

Keir Starmer is a big Arsenal fan(Image: Stuart MacFarlane, Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

The confession came after show host Michael Berkeley asked the PM if ever played the Chequers’ Rosewood Steinway piano.

He admitted his children occasionally...