The Andrew (Photo opportunity) Atkinson style is catching or he is emulating his Leader.
I presume the Playgroup were already having their session in the building so coincidence only.
The lack of engagement with the public is clearly apparent and whilst I agree with Dick that staff are public in a childcare setting that has strict regulations over ratios they would (should) not have left the children to talk with TM or the entourage. Clearly no open question/discussions possible.