I can cut cost of housing to stop London brain drain, Cleverly claims
Sir James Cleverly, a Conservative candidate for London mayor, claims he can reduce the cost of new housing in London by £100,000 to combat the city's brain drain. The article also touches on the broader political landscape, including Labour's stance on Brexit and the upcoming Conservative Party conference.
Why it matters
Housing affordability is a central issue in London politics, and this proposal represents a significant policy pledge ahead of the mayoral race.
Exclusive: Ahead of the Tory conference in Birmingham, Sir James Cleverly talked to The Independent about his ambitions for what he hopes is his ‘last big job in politics’ – including claims he can cut the price of new homes by £100,000
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