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What is a 'Home Secretary'?
The Home Secretary is a senior position in the UK government, responsible for internal affairs, including policing, national security, and immigration. James Cleverly, a former Home Secretary, is now seeking to become the Conservative candidate for London Mayor, demonstrating how senior politicians transition between different roles and levels of government.
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