Quite right! Q&A: Lockdown ‘sins’ & where Conservatism went wrong
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Dec 5, 2025 This conversation delves into the controversial decisions of the Covid lockdown, questioning its necessity and exploring the rise of snitch culture. They compare the UK's strict policies to Sweden's more lenient approach. The hosts also examine conservatism's identity crisis, discussing how past leaders have influenced the party's direction. Additionally, they critique modern political interviews, advocating for more substantive questioning over emotional manipulation. Finally, they touch on the role of satire in politics and its impact on public perception.
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Lockdown Was Justified But Over-Enforced
- Michael Gove argues lockdowns reduced social contact and prevented overwhelming the NHS, so overall they were justified.
- He also warns that using criminal law and harsh enforcement was mistaken and merits rigorous review.
Question Models And Compare Internationally
- Madeline Grant highlights flaws in early models and the inquiry's reliance on them, questioning certainty about lives saved.
- She stresses Sweden's experience and excess mortality data deserve fuller comparison in the inquiry.
Snitch Culture And Public Shaming
- Madeline Grant relates being accused of wanting to 'kill our grandmas' for questioning rules and describes public shaming of dissenters.
- She says this personal hostility and snitching culture were deeply damaging and unforgivable.
