Quite right! Is Net Zero ‘mania’ over? And Labour’s migration crackdown
Nov 19, 2025
Shabana Mahmood's confident debut on asylum reform sparks debate about her plans' viability. As the UK looks to Denmark-inspired policies, questions arise about practicality and political constraints. Meanwhile, at COP30, dwindling enthusiasm for Net Zero challenges its previously unassailable status. The hosts explore how climate policy now resembles ideology more than science and consider the balance between climate action and biodiversity. Finally, a thought-provoking discussion examines whether genetic factors can explain the actions of historical figures like Hitler.
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Mahmood's House Of Commons Moment
- Shabana Mahmood delivered a barnstorming Commons performance presenting Labour's asylum proposals.
- Michael Gove and Madeline Grant noted her ability to puncture hypocrisy and attract praise from across the spectrum.
Denmark Comparison Has Limits
- Mahmood's plan mimics elements of Denmark but stops short of its harshest measures like property seizures and ghetto policies.
- Gove warns full Danish integration tactics would be politically and practically impossible in many UK cities.
Manage Expectations On Asylum Reforms
- Manage public expectations because policy delivery faces legal and administrative hurdles like the Rwanda scheme experienced.
- Approach implementation with humility and prepare for judicial and systemic obstruction.
