About
Sir James Spencer Cleverly is a British politician and Army Reserve officer who has served as Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government since July 2025. He previously served as Home Secretary from November 2023 to July 2024 and as Foreign Secretary from 2022 to 2023. A member of the Conservative Party, he has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for Braintree since 2015.
Career Timeline
Elected MP for Braintree
Cleverly is elected as the Member of Parliament for Braintree.
Appointed Foreign Secretary
Cleverly is appointed as the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom.
Appointed Home Secretary
Cleverly becomes Home Secretary.
Shadow Secretary of State
Cleverly is now Shadow Secretary of State.
Leading Conservative Figure
Cleverly is a key figure within the Conservative Party, shaping policy debates and solidifying his position in UK politics.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026