The former Labour leader said the fact Lopez Obrador held daily news conferences was "very impressive and shows a degree of openness in government which is not found in many countries, indeed anywhere at all in the world."

Unite's national officer for steel said the government needed to explain why the EU had a deal but the UK did not.

He is tied along with shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper according to a survey by DeltaPoll released over the weekend.

The Change.org petition, set up three days ago, claims he is "personally responsible" for causing the death of civilians and servicemen.

The $500,000 Settlement Agreement represents a final resolution of a disputed claim and is intended to avoid litigation.

"Our core purpose is humanitarian – we exist to save everyone," the charity's fundraising director said.

By his logic, a knighthood for Boris Johnson could also be in the offing following his tenure.

Media law expert David Banks suggested the removal of the account could be down to copyright issues.

“This is what taking back control of our borders means", Philip Rycroft said.