James Cleverly.
British politician (born 1969)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 54
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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A collection of political updates detailing the mayoral bids and political standing of figures like Khan, Cleverly, and Badenoch.Some support3 reports
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Political developments in London include James Cleverly's front-runner status, the Green Party's growing success, and Boris Johnson's past mayoralty.Some support2 reports
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Politicians, including Khan, Cleverly, and Alexander, debated the implementation and funding implications of a proposed tourist levy.Some support1 report
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Political maneuvering in London sees James Cleverly seeking the Mayoralty and Andy Burnham attempting to secure Labour support amid Tory brand strength.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Priti Patel challenged the government in the House of Commons while James Cleverly commented on Essex reorganisation.Some support1 report
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Cleverly, who served as Foreign Secretary under Sunak, has resigned and is now seeking the role of Mayor of London.Well supported20 reports2 developments inside
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Festus Akinbusoye challenges James Cleverly for the London Mayoralty as the Tory candidate.Some support2 reports
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IPSA records show James Cleverly's expense claims for his Braintree property, alongside political commentary on London's decline.Some support1 report
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A High Court injunction has prevented work in Essex, involving MP James Cleverly and Braintree.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Devolution agenda: Cleverly criticized Burnham's proposals as hypocritical, while Burnham cited the successful devolution model in Greater Manchester.Well supported15 reports1 development inside
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At the National Summit, business and finance leaders gathered, where James Cleverly questioned the funding details of a pledge made by Andy Burnham.Some support1 report
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Devolution powers announced by Heidi Alexander align with Andy Burnham's regionalist push, drawing criticism from James Cleverly.Some support1 report
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Andy Burnham plans to model housing policy based on Finland and borrow constitutional ideas from Germany, while facing criticism from James Cleverly.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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James Cleverly questioned the Home Office over broken promises, while an MP addressed a local issue in Wethersfield.Some support1 report
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Kemi Badenoch and Bridget Phillipson are involved in a political controversy regarding school closures, where one of them was compared to a Gestapo officer.Some support3 reports
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High-ranking Conservative Party members, including Robert Jenrick, are facing scrutiny over policy failures, including the effective air conditioning ban and housing issues in Khan.Some support1 report
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Around James Cleverly this week
News at the entities that move James Cleverly most-
Andy Burnham OperationalA new scheme has been introduced involving Andy Burnham and BMF aimed at boosting the building materials sector.Moves James Cleverly
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Khan OperationalKhan is the Founder and Chairman of Daffodil International University.Moves James Cleverly
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Kemi Badenoch OperationalDouglas Lumsden is elected to represent Aberdeen South, an outcome that also boosts Kemi Badenoch's political profile.Moves James Cleverly
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Sadiq Khan OperationalSadiq Khan and Andy Burnham are discussing the demands and preparations for the UK to rejoin the European Union.Moves James Cleverly
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Home Office StructuralCalum Miller, MP for Bicester, urged transparency on the asylum plan and requested an independent review by NISTA.Moves James Cleverly
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cabinet StructuralThe Cabinet cleared a 3% Dearness Allowance hike for employees, citing rising inflation.Moves James Cleverly
Connections
The 40 strongest of 54, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Andy Burnham Operational
The two political figures are engaged in active, high-stakes political rivalry, frequently criticizing each other's policy stances on tax, devolution, and leadership.
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Khan Operational
James Cleverly is actively campaigning and criticizing Sadiq Khan in a bid to contest the London Mayoralty.
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Kemi Badenoch Operational
The two political figures are engaged in a direct rivalry for the Conservative Party leadership, characterized by both competition and political coordination.
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Sadiq Khan Operational
Sadiq Khan and James Cleverly are actively competing against each other for the office of Mayor of London.
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Home Office Structural
James Cleverly held the position of Home Secretary, establishing a structural leadership relationship with the Home Office.
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cabinet Structural
Cleverly served in various capacities within the collective body of the Cabinet during past government tenures.
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Liz Truss Structural
Cleverly held a role within the government structure led by Liz Truss.
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London Shared context
James Cleverly is actively campaigning for political office focused on the governance and future of London.
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Rishi Sunak Structural
Cleverly served as Foreign Secretary under Sunak's leadership during a specific term.
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Boris Johnson Operational
Cleverly's mayoral candidacy is framed as a competition measured against Boris Johnson's historical influence.
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Post Office Structural
Cleverly performed an official function by opening a new branch for the Post Office.
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Laila Cunningham Operational
A and B are engaged in a political rivalry for the office of London's representative.
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Angela Rayner Operational
Cleverly criticized Rayner regarding her tax avoidance and payoff.
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Kevin Hollinrake Operational
The two individuals are co-acting as leaders who meet to address political issues, specifically funding cuts.
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Nigel Farage Operational
The relationship involves reciprocal political influence, including public criticism from Cleverly of Farage's actions and political support regarding mayoral races.
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IPSA records James Cleverly's expense claims for his property, indicating a regulatory oversight relationship.
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Julia Lopez Operational
Cleverly's political actions are documented as creating pressure on the leadership team that includes Lopez.
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Festus Akinbusoye Operational
Akinbusoye and Cleverly are engaged in a political rivalry for the London mayoralty.
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Cambridge University Operational
James Cleverly criticized Cambridge University and other universities regarding failures in due diligence.
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Boris Transactional
The relationship was a past professional association where B began his political career working with A in a mayoral capacity.
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Essex Structural
The relationship is founded on the functional reality of Essex's economy being interwoven with London and Cleverly's political commentary on its reorganization.
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Bridget Phillipson Operational
James Cleverly criticized Bridget Phillipson's education policy agenda in a political context.
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LBC Shared context
James Cleverly has appeared on LBC to discuss political topics and make statements.
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Braintree Shared context
James Cleverly serves as the Member of Parliament representing the constituency of Braintree.
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Gestapo Mentioned together
The relationship is defined by a rhetorical comparison where Cleverly rejected the likening of his peers or ministerial roles to the Gestapo.
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Robert Jenrick Mentioned together
no direct coupling
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Jason Arday Operational
James Cleverly has commented on Jason Arday's vulnerability and scrutiny.
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England Shared context
James Cleverly discusses policy issues, such as tax rises, within the political context of England.
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London Shared context
James Cleverly is seeking the London Mayor candidacy within the city's political context.
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City hall Shared context
The venue is the political context within which Cleverly seeks office and influences policy outcomes.
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Alex Cunningham Operational
Alex Cunningham accused James Cleverly of using unparliamentary language.
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Cambridge Shared context
James Cleverly commented on academic integrity issues related to the university in Cambridge.
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Durham University Operational
James Cleverly criticized Durham University regarding its due diligence processes.
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David Lammy Operational
James Cleverly criticized David Lammy's stance on early release.
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City hall Shared context
James Cleverly is a political candidate associated with the Mayor of London office, which is housed at City Hall.
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John Healey Mentioned together
A acknowledged B's work regarding the defense of the realm.
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Keir Starmer Operational
The relationship is characterized by political conflict and accusations regarding central government policy direction.
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Laura Kuenssberg Mentioned together
James Cleverly appeared as a guest on Laura Kuenssberg's BBC programme.
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Braintree Shared context
A holds the office of Member of Parliament representing the constituency of B.
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Centre for Policy Studies Mentioned together
James Cleverly commented on a report published by the Centre for Policy Studies.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
7 events- Sadiq Khan introduced ULEZ across Greater London while James Cleverly launched a bid to challenge him for the Mayoralty.
- James Cleverly commented on Sadiq Khan's performance as he positions himself as a rival for the London Mayoralty.
- A collection of political updates detailing the mayoral bids and political standing of figures like Khan, Cleverly, and Badenoch.
- Political developments in London include James Cleverly's front-runner status, the Green Party's growing success, and Boris Johnson's past mayoralty.
- Politicians, including Khan, Cleverly, and Alexander, debated the implementation and funding implications of a proposed tourist levy.
- Priti Patel challenged the government in the House of Commons while James Cleverly commented on Essex reorganisation.
- Festus Akinbusoye challenges James Cleverly for the London Mayoralty as the Tory candidate.
August 2026
6 events- Political maneuvering in London sees James Cleverly seeking the Mayoralty and Andy Burnham attempting to secure Labour support amid Tory brand strength.
- Cleverly, who served as Foreign Secretary under Sunak, has resigned and is now seeking the role of Mayor of London.
- IPSA records show James Cleverly's expense claims for his Braintree property, alongside political commentary on London's decline.
- A High Court injunction has prevented work in Essex, involving MP James Cleverly and Braintree.
- At the National Summit, business and finance leaders gathered, where James Cleverly questioned the funding details of a pledge made by Andy Burnham.
- Devolution powers announced by Heidi Alexander align with Andy Burnham's regionalist push, drawing criticism from James Cleverly.
July 2026
1 eventShow 1 earlier month
June 2026
4 events- Andy Burnham plans to model housing policy based on Finland and borrow constitutional ideas from Germany, while facing criticism from James Cleverly.
- James Cleverly questioned the Home Office over broken promises, while an MP addressed a local issue in Wethersfield.
- Kemi Badenoch and Bridget Phillipson are involved in a political controversy regarding school closures, where one of them was compared to a Gestapo officer.
- High-ranking Conservative Party members, including Robert Jenrick, are facing scrutiny over policy failures, including the effective air conditioning ban and housing issues in Khan.