Up early to travel by motorcade to the event.

A lot of world leaders in attendance so security was extreme. We sped down a closed motorway as we approached the venue, then through little villages where locals waved flags and the gendarmerie lined the streets, saluting us as we passed.

We didn't know how significant Rishi’s early departure would be at the time.

At one point, I was suddenly surrounded by three large security guards and I had to explain in broken French why I didn't have a pass.

Delighted with the video. I received loads of positive messages, and then words of congratulations when I next walked into the office.

Leaving took ages as the number of well-wishers was overwhelming. I guessed that the crowd skewed right, which made me feel good about our chances - even they were excited.