James Glancy


James Alexander Glancy is a British television presenter and conservationist. He formerly served as a member of the Royal Marine Commandos. He was a Brexit Party Member of the European Parliament for South West England from 2019 to 2020.

Early life and education

Glancy was born in Surrey in 1982. Glancy studied history at St Anne's College, Oxford. He was captain of the university's boxing team. He was sponsored through university by the Royal Marines.

Television and conservation

Glancy presents the environmental show on the Mail Plus and has hosted documentaries on the Discovery Channel, including Shark Week.

Military service

Glancy served in the Royal Marines and the Special Boat Service. In March 2013, he was awarded the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross "in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Afghanistan during the period 1 April 2012 to 30 September 2012". The CGC is a second level UK honour, with only the Victoria Cross ranking higher for combat gallantry. He completed three tours of Afghanistan.

Political career

Glancy stood as a candidate in the 2019 European Parliament election for the Brexit Party. He was placed at number two on his party's list and was elected as one of its three MEPs in the South West England constituency alongside Ann Widdecombe and Christina Jordan.