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But their challenge is they face a new and noisy rival in Reform for the protest votes of those put off by both the Conservatives and Labour.

Plenty of agency officials were already put off by the DOGErs, who often issued peremptory orders to meet with them and answer questions.

No-one wants players being put off by shouting as shots are being played.

"The idea of dividing the country and establishing a terrorist state at its centre must be put off the table once and for all," he added.

"In the 2000s, I remember people being put off if you told them maybe you should have a glass of water… and they would be really offended."