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The real problem with the Tory leadership contest

19 October 2024

9:00 AM

19 October 2024

9:00 AM

James Cleverly found some unlikely support in parliament on Monday night. Having just been ousted from the Tory leadership contest, he won warm words from the Home Secretary. Yvette Cooper, speaking at a Westminster drinks reception, was sympathetic. She said she knew what it was like to come third in a leadership contest.

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