Experts have turned their gaze to a bench that, by all accounts, is sitting there with the kind of confidence usually reserved for a man waiting to be recognised by his neighbours.

Their conclusion: the bench is not merely furniture, but a tactical asset in a larger ‘ducks-in-a-row’ movement, in which everything must be aligned, sat upon, and faintly judged.

The analysis was supported by two things: a long pause and a pencil drawing of a pigeon looking administrative.

According to the report, the bench’s stance suggests it may soon host a series of serious conversations, one sandwich break, and at least one misunderstanding involving a flask.

Sceptics have pointed out that it is, in fairness, only a bench. Analysts responded by nodding grimly at it, which in this field counts as decisive evidence.

The mood around the bench remains calm but deeply organised.