Rt Hon James Cleverly

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In a career spanning the military, business, and local and national politics, James is one of a handful of politicians in history to have served as both Foreign and Home Secretary. Serving through some of the most tumultuous times domestically and internationally, James has a unique insight into the workings of politics and diplomacy, strategy and decision-making. He explores what good and bad leadership looks like, the risks of success, and what the future holds for UK, European and global politics.


Biography

James Cleverly is one of the few Cabinet Ministers to have served as both Foreign Secretary and Home Secretary. His career spans the military, business, and local and national politics, including a tenure in government during some of the most turbulent times in recent history. He brings insights into the domestic and international political scenes, as well as into strategy and leadership.

Forced by injury to leave military training at Sandhurst, James went on to serve in the Territorial Army, where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Amongst other roles, he supported other members of the Reserve Forces to return to work after active duty. After returning to education, he built a successful career in magazine and digital publishing, before founding his own business. He then entered electoral politics, joining the London Assembly, where he served in various departments including chairing the London Fire Authority, overseeing strategy, budgets, and performance.

In national government, as Home Secretary, James was responsible for policing, counter-terrorism, immigration policy, and the National Crime Agency. His term as Foreign Secretary saw him lead UK diplomacy through pivotal events, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Sudanese civil war, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and the UK’s evolving relationship with the EU. He also held ministerial roles focused on Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, as well as Secretary of State for Education. Beyond government, James played a key role in political strategy as Co-Chairman of the Conservative Party during their successful 2019 General Election campaign. His expertise in communication and strategy has made him an authority on risk and how decisions are made—and sometimes avoided—at the highest levels.

Drawing on his leadership experience, James speaks on a range of topics, including the global and domestic political landscapes, and the impact of risk and pressure on leadership and culture. With a unique combination of military, business, and political experience, James provides insights into decision-making, resilience, and strategy.

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