James Cleverly
Conservative MP and Shadow Housing Secretary (at the time of the episode), interviewed about party conference themes including housing, immigration and the ECHR.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 39min
Conservative Conference: “It’s Tough Being A Tory”
James Cleverly, the Shadow Housing Secretary and Conservative MP, dives into the state of the party during the conference in Manchester. He addresses the impact of Robert Jenrick's controversial remarks and stresses the importance of considering context in the integration debate. Cleverly shares his views on housing, proposing to reduce regulatory burdens to make homes more affordable. He also touches on his evolving perspective on the European Convention on Human Rights and hints at a potential future in London politics.
Sep 19, 2025 • 47min
Inside the fight to stop migrants crossing the Channel
James Cleverley, the former Home Secretary and Foreign Secretary, shares insights into the controversial Rwanda policy and its challenges. He emphasizes the government's deterrence approach for migration. Andrew Harding, the BBC Paris correspondent, reveals the cunning tactics of people-smuggling gangs, including the rise of 'taxi boats'. Both guests discuss the complex interplay of legal obstacles, international cooperation with France, and the evolving strategies used to control Channel crossings.
