Tory Leader Badenoch Expected to Reshuffle, James Cleverly Set to Return

Kemi Badenoch, Leader of the Opposition and head of the Conservative Party, is conducting a major reshuffle of her shadow cabinet, notably bringing back Sir James Cleverly to a prominent frontbench role. Cleverly, who previously served as foreign secretary and home secretary, was a leadership contender last year but returned to the backbenches after losing to Badenoch and Robert Jenrick. His return is intended to strengthen party unity and enhance the Conservatives' position against the Labour government. Cleverly has publicly warned against adopting a populist agenda similar to Nigel Farage's Reform UK and has advocated for rejecting climate change skeptics within the party. The reshuffle also comes amid expected departures such as shadow health secretary Edward Argar, while shadow chancellor Mel Stride is expected to remain. Full details of the reshuffle are anticipated to be announced soon, highlighting the party's policy renewal under Badenoch's leadership.