Finally, a nod to Slaughter and May for this month scooping the tag from Esquire magazine of best-dressed law firm in the City, with particular kudos to dapper dandy Sir Nigel of Boardman, who reportedly personifies the firm’s sartorial flair.

All of which seems ample reason for The Diary to again use this rare snap (left) of the venerable Boarders dressed down for once from the standard Slaughters attire of top hat, tails and horn-rimmed monocle.