Her successful tenure as governor of New Jersey (she was elected in 1993 and re-elected in 1997) and her combination of conservative views on economics and liberal views on social issues meant that she was frequently talked about as a future senator, or even as a vice-president.

ECONOMIST: Christine Todd Whitman

As part of the scheme, the wall along High Hill will be raised using a combination of Lakeland stone and glass panels which aims to protect views of the river, whilst reducing flood risk.

BBC: Keswick flood defence work to start