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James Cleverly: “London’s reputation has been allowed to slip, at home and abroad, while too many of its problems have been left to…”

On the recordAugust 30, 2026
London’s reputation has been allowed to slip, at home and abroad, while too many of its problems have been left to fester.
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James Cleverly
Conservative Party

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Criticizing the current state of London.

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