Clare Foges Explained

Clare Foges OBE is a columnist for The Times,[1] a presenter on LBC, and an author of children's books. Previously, she worked as a speechwriter for David Cameron and as an ice cream vendor.[2] [3] [4] [5]

Early life

In the mid-2000s, Foges responded to an advertisement seeking an ice cream seller. Subsequently, for a period, she divided her time between serving ice cream from a van in Guildford for four days a week, and working at the Westminster office of MP John Hayes for the remaining three days. After discontinuing her role as an ice cream vendor, she began to work on Boris Johnson's campaign to become Mayor of London. Later, she served in his administration at City Hall.

In 2008, she became a member of David Cameron's team as a speechwriter.[6]

Publications

Foges has written several books for children.[7] [8]

TitleAuthorIllustratorPublication YearPublisherEditionAvailable FormatsLanguage
1Veg Patch PartyClare FogesAl Murphy2020Faber and Faber, LondonMaineBook, print bookEnglish
2Kitchen DiscoClare FogesAl Murphy2017Faber and Faber Limited, LondonPrint book, eBookEnglish
3Bathroom BoogieClare FogesAl Murphy2017Faber & Faber, LondonPrint bookEnglish

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Adore Michael Gove if you will, but I will never forgive him for Brexit or Dominic Cummings . 2022-08-23 . . Alibhai-Brown . Yasmin .
  2. Web site: Clare Foges . 2023-09-15 . The Times.
  3. Web site: New Spring Schedule . 2023-04-20 . 2023-09-15 . .
  4. Web site: Lend me your ears! The art of political speechwriting . 2022-09-11 . 2023-09-16 . Anthony . Andrew . .
  5. News: Clare Foges: The woman who put words in David Cameron's mouth . Butter . Susannah . 2015-08-04 . Evening Standard.
  6. Web site: Cameron's icecream speechwriter . 2009-10-08 . 2023-09-16 . . Stratton . Allegra .
  7. Web site: WorldCat + Clare Foges . 2023-09-16 . WorldCat.
  8. Web site: Thanks to Tories, not all kids have kitchens . 2016-11-21 . 2023-09-16 . . Wood . Cathy .