A senior Conservative figure and former government minister has stepped down from the shadow cabinet to pursue the role of London mayor, marking a significant shift in party leadership ahead of a major election. The move comes after serving as shadow minister for housing and previously holding key positions as home and foreign secretary. The announcement, made in an interview with The Sunday Times, signals a high-profile departure as the party prepares for a pivotal campaign. Readers interested in political strategy and London’s upcoming leadership race will want to follow this development closely.
Shadow minister for housing, communities and local government to resign with immediate effectJames Cleverly has resigned from the shadow cabinet to run for mayor of London.The Tory heavyweight, who was once home and foreign secretary and is shadow minister for housing, communities and local government, told the Sunday Times he will resign with immediate effect. Continue reading...
