The News Agents Tommy Robinson claims victory for Labour's immigration plan
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Nov 17, 2025 Stella Creasy, Labour MP for Walthamstow and social justice advocate, joins to critique the Home Secretary's strict new immigration policies, which she calls 'performative cruelty.' She highlights the practical risks of deporting asylum seekers while touting safer routes, raising concerns about the potential backlash from Labour MPs. Together with the hosts, she navigates the tricky political landscape, including the unexpected endorsement by Tommy Robinson, and explores how Labour can reclaim the migration debate while maintaining a progressive agenda.
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Shifting The Overton Window
- Shabana Mahmood frames tough asylum measures as necessary to prevent even crueller policies from arriving later.
- The pitch aims to shift the Overton window and show Labour can be tough on illegal migration.
Tommy Robinson's Public Praise
- Tommy Robinson publicly celebrated Mahmood's proposals as an Overton window success.
- His praise highlights how tough rhetoric can attract approval from the far right.
Policy Changes And Their Human Cost
- Proposals include temporary refugee status and extending time to permanent residency from 5 to 20 years.
- Returning refugees when their home country is later deemed 'safe' risks destabilising lives and communities.