Former Foreign Office minister Sir James Cleverly has stepped down from the shadow cabinet to pursue a campaign for mayor of London. His departure comes as the Conservative Party seeks to strengthen its position ahead of next year’s mayoral election. Cleverly’s move highlights the party’s strategic focus on high-profile races, though it leaves a gap in the shadow team at a critical political moment. The decision underscores the shifting priorities within the party as it prepares for key local and national contests.
Sir James Cleverly resigned from the shadow cabinet on Saturday to run for mayor of London.
