Tory leader David Cameron is in dire need of a dry cleaner, or a new suit:

Kingsley Cardi, 15, was given a caution by police for “wiping snot” on the back of Mr. Cameron’s jacket today.

Afterwards Kingsley said: “I sneezed in my hand and wiped it on him. It was just a joke -- I was showing off.

“To be honest I just needed to sneeze and I didn’t have a hanky.”

Mr. Cameron took the incident in his stride as he continued on his walkabout to rally Conservative support in the run-up to the local elections. “It’s just one of the joys of my job. I’m sure I will be fine,” Mr Cameron said.

One further difference between politics in Britain and America emerges. In Britain, the people sneeze on the politicians. In America, politicians sneeze on the people. If you don’t believe me, watch this video of John Edwards shaking hands with supporters.