Conservative politician James Cleverly has resigned from his position as shadow minister for housing, communities and local government to pursue a mayoral campaign in London. The Braintree MP's decision to step down from the shadow cabinet marks a significant political move as he seeks to challenge incumbent Sadiq Khan for control of the UK capital. This departure highlights growing ambitions within Conservative ranks to reclaim London's top political office.

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