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"Former Immigration Minister Urges For Migration Restrictions"

Earlier, we received insight from ex-immigration leader Robert Jenrick, who resigned in December of last year because of the Rwanda bill proposed by the government. Jenrick stated that he believed the bill was not powerful enough.

At present, his attention is directed towards the issue of lawful immigration. He warned that the quantity of individuals who are migrating to the nation is notably high, and it is causing an immense amount of tension on the resources, infrastructure, and social integration of the community. Furthermore, he believes that immigration does not add to the prosperity of the country.

He argues that the only solution to put an end to this issue is to impose a limit, but he doesn't specify the exact figure. In an article published in the Sunday Telegraph, he recommends capping migration at the level of "tens of thousands" to regain public trust.

During the show, Chris Philp, who is a minister for the Home Office, was questioned regarding the administration's proposals for immigration.

Philp has stated that the government is enacting policies to decrease legal migration by around 300,000 annually.

"Last Thoughts From The Show's Finale"

The show has finished for the week. When it was ending, Kuenssberg asked each of the three panelists a unique last question.

Do you think Humza Yousaf will remain the first minister of Scotland by the week's conclusion? Well, according to Ian Blackford from the SNP, he believes Humza will remain in his position. Blackford suggests that other party leaders should communicate with Humza to identify areas of mutual agreement and work on building unity.

Do you get the vibe that the election is imminent or is Westminster needlessly worked up about a summertime election? Baroness Chakrabarti believes they're just spinning in circles.

In a week's time, it's predicted that the Conservative party will struggle during the upcoming local elections. People are wondering if Rishi Sunak's position will be threatened as a result. Robert Jenrick, however, doesn't believe there will be a challenge to Sunak. Instead of personalities, it's about having strong policies and following through on commitments for the benefit of the public.

Pelosi Defends Biden's Vigor With Humor & Energy

Pelosi argues that Biden has a superior job record when compared to Trump. Nevertheless, she acknowledges that her party needs to do more to persuade the public of this fact and communicate their message more effectively.

Laura wonders if individuals are supporting Trump simply because they believe there is no other viable option.

Pelosi shares a contrasting viewpoint: she perceives Biden as a President who holds an exceptional vision for America, possesses a vast amount of experience and wisdom, and is capable of implementing effective solutions due to his extensive tenure as a lawmaker.

When questioned about Biden's apparent weakness, Pelosi responded by saying that people who see him in person often wonder why there are concerns about his health. She notes that Biden possesses a sense of humor, energy, and intelligence. Additionally, Pelosi points out that Biden is actually younger than she is.

Pelosi Doubts Accuracy Of Trump's Lead In Polls

Here's additional information on Laura's chat with Nancy Pelosi, wherein they tackled the forthcoming US election, where Donald Trump seems to be gearing up for a showdown with Joe Biden for the position of president.

Laura challenged Pelosi by stating that Trump is ahead of Biden in terms of inflation and job results.

Pelosi believes that the polls may not be accurate. She points out that the polls were not precise during the previous mid-term election.

According to her, Joe Biden's figures are getting better, only if we attach much value to polls. She claims that their campaigning efforts are proving to be very successful.

Nancy Pelosi Urges US College Protesters To Target Hamas As Well

Coming up next is a pre-recorded conversation with Nancy Pelosi, a previous Speaker of the US House of Representatives. During the interview, she is asked about the ongoing student demonstrations in American universities against the conflict in Gaza.

According to her, it is absolutely valid to voice one's opinions about the current events as it poses a moral dilemma for the global population.

The fact that there are people going hungry, suffering from malnutrition, and experiencing famine is simply unacceptable. However, the speaker also mentioned that she would appreciate it if the same level of passion and energy was directed towards acknowledging Hamas as a terrorist group responsible for a heinous act in Israel on the 7th day of October.

She adds: "It is the right of Israel to protect itself."

Additional insights from Pelosi's interview are available here.

Could Salmond Really Topple An SNP Govt?

In free English, the revised version of the blog section can be: Laura expressed that Salmond has dedicated a significant portion of his life towards attaining independence. She questioned whether he, being a former SNP leader, who has immense loyalty towards the party, would truly cause harm to an SNP government or he is just experiencing euphoria due to temporary events.

According to Salmond, the Alba Party will secure positions in the upcoming Scottish election, regardless of its schedule, and commends the party's success in the surveys.

According to him, they should consider the best interest of Scotland by prioritizing independence rather than getting caught up in "identity politics". He believes that the Scottish Parliament should shift their attention towards crucial matters like employment and housing.

Salmond: Ash Regan To Meet With Yousaf Soon

Kuenssberg inquires of ex-SNP leader Alex Salmond whether Alba, his new party, is in discussions with his previous associate, Yousaf.

According to him, Humza Yousaf, who is the First Minister of Scotland, and Ash Regan, the sole MSP of Alba, will hold discussions in the upcoming days.

He expressed his desire for a positive result and his political group is submitting suggestions for the negotiations.

Although, he mentioned that Alba is getting ready for the Scottish Parliamentary elections in case there is no other choice.

"How Much To Support Yousaf?" Salmond Inquired

Laura is going to have Alex Salmond, the leader of Alba, as her guest in her upcoming show. He will join her live from Aberdeenshire. Laura will question him about the amount he desires in exchange for supporting Humza Yousaf, the leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP). As per reports, Humza Yousaf might need the support of his party's only MSP to maintain his position in power.

According to him, Ash Regan, a member of his party, holds a position of great influence and could come up with sensible suggestions to present to Yousaf. This approach might assist the first minister in navigating through a challenging political situation.

Salmond mentioned his plan to make independence a bigger priority for the Scottish government again, instead of focusing so much on identity issues. He wants to shift the focus to other important matters.

"GPs Deserve Higher Pay" - Davey

When questioned regarding the ongoing strikes led by junior doctors who are advocating for higher salaries, Davey was inquired if general practitioners (GPs) also deserve an increase in their pay.

He replied affirmatively, stating that certain medical clinics are forced to terminate the employment of some workers because of insufficient funding.

He claims that the current situation, which is already very bad, will deteriorate further under the governance of the Conservatives.

Lib Dems Promise Named GP For All Over-70s

Laura is inquiring about a recent announcement made by the Liberal Democrats concerning the healthcare system. The announcement proposes that individuals over the age of 70 or those who suffer from severe health conditions should have access to a particular doctor. Is this proposal realistic?

Davey emphasizes the importance of individuals having a designated physician, especially during those situations.

Research proves that it enhances the consequences of health, and according to him, it also preserves the financial resources of the National Health Service.

Laura asks Davey about the source of the funds and he responds by suggesting that the tax cuts provided by the Tories to the "big banks" since 2015 should be undone.

Could Lib Dems Ally With Labour In Scotland?

Coming up next is Sir Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats. He's been asked if his party would consider working with Labour in the Scottish Parliament to create a majority if the current SNP government falls apart.

Davey avoids answering the question by stating that he does not want to make assumptions about what may occur.

He believes that the Scottish Parliamentary elections need to take place because in his view, the SNP is not succeeding in Scotland. This is due to their excessive focus on independence, which has caused them to neglect important issues.

Chris Philp Explains Viral Question Time Comment In Video

During the beginning of the show, Laura inquired Chris Philp, a government official, about a viral incident that occurred during Question Time last week. In the incident, he was mocked for asking, "Rwanda is not the same as Congo, right? They're different countries?"

Observe how he described the instant:

Serious Plan To Reduce Net Migration - Streeting

Afterwards, Laura inquires with Streeting about the topic of immigration and the Conservative party's proposal to place a cap on the amount of individuals allowed in.

Streeting states that there is a consensus among people that the net migration rate is excessively high. However, in order to reduce it, a comprehensive and well-thought-out strategy is essential.

According to him, Yvette Cooper, who is the shadow home secretary, has presented a well-thought-out idea while the Conservatives have resorted to flashy and insubstantial tactics.

Streeting Promises To Keep Triple Lock On Pensions For Labour

During an interview, Next Streeting was questioned regarding the promise made by the Labour Party in the Daily Express last Sunday. The pledge highlighted the party's commitment to maintaining the triple lock, which guarantees that pensions increase in line with inflation, average wages, or a minimum of 2.5%, whichever is the highest. The Labour Party has vowed to uphold this policy for a period of five years if they are victorious in the upcoming election.

He stated that it's a vital aspect of his party's strategy to provide aged people with the confidence that they "will receive a guarantee with Labour", a promise that he believes the Conservatives cannot ensure.

Streeting Invites Tories To Join Us

Streeting argues that the act of defection shows the current condition of the Conservative Party and the robustness of the Labour Party.

He also mentions that he wishes to convey a message to dissatisfied Conservatives that they have a welcoming place in the Labour party. He hopes that by doing so, it will help to unite the country as a whole.

No Offer Made To Dan Poulter For Switching To Labour

Following that, we have Wes Streeting, the shadow health secretary. He's asked whether Labour provided Dan Poulter with any incentives to switch from the Conservative party to Labour, like a position in the upper house of Parliament.

"I don't think so," says Streeting.

He furthermore disputes that the former Conservative MP was "leaving a doomed situation for self-preservation" - rather, he claims that his motivation was to safeguard the National Health Service.

According to him, many individuals who formerly supported the Conservative party will be disappointed with it and will be on the hunt for other choices in the upcoming election.

According to him, he desires that individuals will "have faith in the physician" and "give change a shot during the next election", accompanying Poulter to the Labour Party and gifting the nation "its future once again".

Philip Begs Migrants Not To Cross Channel

Laura is now discussing immigration and the newly passed Rwanda bill by the government. She questions the safety of individuals from Goma, a city located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo bordering Rwanda, who immigrate to the UK and may potentially be sent back to Rwanda where they could face harm.

Do these instances demonstrate an issue with the proposed legislation?

According to Philp, only a small group of individuals from Congo are attempting to cross the Channel on small boats. He urges those considering this method of travel to avoid it altogether, stating "Please refrain from doing so."

According to him, there is no justification to assume that an individual with a Congolese origin "will encounter any difficulty in Rwanda"; however, he acknowledges the existence of an impartial supervising team that will scrutinize such issues with utmost care.

Philp: Sunak Has A Plan For Election Polls

In the following segment, Kuenssberg inquires Philp if Poulter's "betrayal" implies a larger issue, highlighting the reality that nearly 70 present members of Tory have expressed their decision to not run during the upcoming election, and the Conservative party is currently facing a decline in several surveys.

When questioned about opinion polls, Philp remarked that they currently indicate a certain level of public sentiment. However, he believes that as the Conservative party continues to make progress and accomplish their goals, the public will recognize and value their efforts.

He asserts that there is a remarkable decline in inflation, as well as an uptick in wages, and a decrease in NHS waiting lists. These accomplishments are just some of the government's achievements, according to him.

According to him, as the nation draws nearer to an election anticipated to occur in the fall, it will transform into a selection process based less on people's general dissatisfaction and more on whom the citizens prefer to govern the country.

According to Philp, the decision lies between Sunak who possesses a strategy and Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour party who lacks one.

"Is Tory Party Devoid Of Compassion Now?"

Laura mentioned to Philip that Poulter has been expressing opinions about the Tory Party not being the same as it was in 2010. He complains that it has lost its empathy and doesn't place enough importance on public services. Additionally, some of his ex-Tory comrades agree with him.

Philp claims that he does not agree with that statement.

He expresses that his political party values those who work in public service. They are also making a historical investment in education and healthcare, and the amount of police officers has reached an all-time high.

He expresses that the pandemic has posed many challenges and has led to an unusual amount of strikes in the NHS. However, he notes that the waiting lists are decreasing. Additionally, he criticizes the actions of the Labour party in Wales.