Coffee House Shots Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 11/05/2025
May 11, 2025
The Home Secretary unveils new immigration measures, sparking concerns about the care sector's reliance on foreign workers. A critical look at the UK's trade dilemmas highlights the complexities of deals with the US and EU. Insights from a Nobel Prize-winning economist raise questions about the effectiveness of trade agreements with the Trump administration. The podcast also explores the impact of nonverbal cues in US politics and delves into the pressing issues of public sentiment on immigration and the Labour Party's struggles to connect with voters.
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Ending Foreign Care Worker Visas
- The UK government plans to stop recruiting care workers from abroad to protect workers from exploitation.
- They want care companies to hire from existing workers already in the UK and implement fair pay agreements.
Criticism of UK-US Trade Deal
- The recent UK-US trade deal is minimal and mostly about easing tariffs, not a comprehensive agreement.
- Some experts argue the deal leaves the UK worse off compared to January 1st, despite government claims.
Stieglitz Views UK-US Deal Critically
- Economist Joseph Stieglitz says the UK-US deal is not a significant achievement because Trump previously tore up agreements.
- He warns the deal plays into Trump's divide and conquer strategy, disadvantaging weaker countries like the UK.