Cleverly turns the battle for London into a serious contest for the first time in two decades - and it’s also good news for Badenoch
Sir James Cleverly has announced his candidacy for Mayor of London, setting up a significant political contest against Sadiq Khan. The move is viewed as a potential turning point for the Conservative Party's electoral prospects in the capital.
Why it matters
The London mayoral race is a major indicator of political sentiment in the UK and a key battleground for national parties.
As Sir James Cleverly announces he is quitting the shadow cabinet to run for London mayor, political editor David Maddox considers the implications for the election in two years’ time, and why Kemi Badenoch will be happy
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