Clarke 'delighted' at appointment

Ken Clarke: Was chancellor during the 1990s

Former chancellor Ken Clarke has said he is "delighted" to be rejoining the Conservatives' front bench team, as shadow business secretary.

He said he would be helping to offer a "credible alternative government" in his job shadowing Lord Mandelson.

Party leader David Cameron earlier welcomed his return, calling him a "big figure" with "great experience".

His return comes despite pro-European views at odds with many Tories - including the party leadership.