Immigration is a big issue for the UK public. There’s no way around it.

Many Brits feel left behind, feel devoid of opportunity and functioning public services.

But denying the contribution immigrants make to the UK economy is a fool’s errand.

Me on @gbhnews.bsky.social

Broadcast debut on @lbc.co.uk and @gbnewsonline.bsky.social yesterday.

Simply - key to getting voters on board is putting more money into their pockets. Big focus now on Govt's plans for boosting productivity and bringing down the cost of living.

'The Third Rail' out today!🗞️🚨

Yesterday's preview briefing of the report made for v lively discussion on the path to a stronger relationship w/Europe.

Joined by stellar speakers @liambyrnemp.bsky.social, @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social, @prafulnargund.bsky.social and Allie Renison.

Read on below..

@goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social launch last night in parliament convened some of the brightest minds on growth - heard from @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social, @chriscurtis94.bsky.social, @dantomlinson.bsky.social, Helena Dollimore, and GGF's Praful Nargund. Packed room filled to brim w/ brilliant people.

It's timeee - @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social report out today. Our growth gap making waves: yday on @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social w/@vicderbyshire.bsky.social and today in @financialtimes.com w/@pickardje.bsky.social. CHX today recognises focus on CoL is crucial - but more work needed to bridge that gap.

Strongly (and selfishly) suggest checking out today's @politico.com Influence. @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social Director Praful Nargund spoke to @noahkeate.bsky.social abt making growth work for good (and dutifully promoted our January launch in the process).

Worth a read: www.politico.eu/newsletter/p...