Separate from the body
one large rump
(as much as you can manage
without causing agitation).
Carefully snip away any fat
in the welfare state budget.
If in doubt,
cut it out!
Boil for several decades,
adding in a sprinkle
of foreigner hatred
every morning.
Bring to a simmer
until all sweetness
has evaporated.
Await a recession.
Add in to the mix
a handful of
rich opportunists
and one PM (unelected).
Serve cold.
Though extremely bitter,
this recipe is guaranteed
to amuse your closest
friends and neighbours.
Note:
Very expensive
and poisonous
to the rump.
Harry Gallagher
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