As reported by The Daily Mail, the pair also had detailed discussions, which according to Mr Rose’s private diary, saw ...

The fact that that parliament isn't sitting for much of September could help resolve a potentially awkward issue.

Both nations, which are the only two nuclear powers in Europe also agreed to coordinate on a strategy on their nuclear deterrents for the first time.

On a state visit, France's president announced the loan of the tapestry embroidered with scenes of the 1066 Norman invasion.