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Barclay Izzard was the next best of the Brits; finishing fifth in 1:36:06 following a solid all-round performance, with Dijkstra in 38th place in a time of 1:42:28.

It comes five years after his last tour, Force Majeure, and Izzard, right, says the dates could be his last for a while before he takes some time off for a political life.

Izzard, 56, a prominent Remain campaigner, said: "The European Union was set up to stop world wars, and people have forgotten that.

As well as Izzard, who co-wrote the screenplay, and Dench, the drama will also star British actor Jim Broadbent.

Dame Judie Dench has been seen enjoying some local ice cream at the Tesco store in Carmarthen and in Merlin's Walk Shopping Centre, while Izzard has been spotted keeping his fitness up with regular swims at the local leisure centre.

Izzard, who was appointment to the party's ruling national executive committee after the resignation of Christine Shawcroft, said the issue had to be dealt with "for the good of the people Labour seeks to represent".

Izzard, 56, has said he wanted a place on the NEC to "break down barriers" and "boost inclusivity".

As officers pinned the man to the floor, Izzard retrieved the colourful garment and replaced it on his head.

Izzard said he jumped on the culprit to get it back.

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