Oh God, What Now? Without a care worker in the world – The case for immigration
May 16, 2025
Marie Le Conte, a sharp journalist and commentator, joins social affairs expert Hannah Fearn and New Statesman columnist Jonn Elledge to tackle the heated immigration debate post a fiery speech by the British Prime Minister. They discuss the critical role of immigration in supporting the care system and challenge pervasive myths about migrants. The trio also critiques politicians' reliance on AI as a fix-all solution while pondering the decline of the after-work pint, reflecting on evolving social norms in our work culture.
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Starmer's Immigration Speech Backfires
- Keir Starmer's tough immigration speech has shocked many and damaged Labour's standing.
- The speech failed politically and morally, alienating both reform-supporters and broader constituencies.
UK Excels at Integration
- Britain has succeeded better at immigrant integration compared to countries like France.
- This success is marked by better opportunities for immigrants and multicultural neighborhoods.
How to Handle MP's Template Reply
- When your MP replies with irrelevant template letters, attend their surgery to discuss your concerns directly.
- Publicly sharing unsatisfactory responses and persistently engaging the MP's office can prompt meaningful engagement.
