Pod Save the UK Waiting For The Apocalypse: tariffs, food security and the right to protest
Apr 3, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Professor Tim Lang, a leading expert in food policy from City, University of London, tackles the pressing issue of food security. He highlights the UK's reliance on food imports and the potential for shortages amid rising tariffs and climate change. The conversation also dives into the diminishing rights to protest, drawing attention to recent heavy-handed police actions. Lang's proposed strategies for bolstering community resilience in food production offer a hopeful perspective on navigating these turbulent times.
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Economic Challenges and Tariffs
- US tariffs present a significant economic challenge for the UK, coinciding with rising household bills.
- This creates a difficult situation for the Labour government, facing criticism for policies perceived as similar to Conservative ones.
UK Seeks Tariff Exemption
- The UK seeks a special exemption from the tariffs, with Keir Starmer offering Trump a visit to Britain.
- This offer was declined, highlighting the challenges in negotiating with the Trump administration.
Shifting Protest Landscape
- Just Stop Oil paused disruptive protests, claiming success in halting new oil and gas licenses.
- Police raided a Quaker meeting house, arresting youth climate activists, raising concerns about protest rights.