Stephen, just wanted to say thank you for your excellent views on this issue over the last few days. Probably some of the best counter narrative out there.

Staggering gulf between reality and public opinion. Once again, so important for politicians to provide leadership in this area and not just react to public opinion - which results in bad policy. Depoliticise.

Depoliticisation of immigration is so important. As @colinyeo.bsky.social says, focus on outcomes.

On a slightly different note, I’ve always wondered why skilled migration / work permit cannot be a devolved subject.

Oh that I agree. Running red lights is a real shocker, and cycling on pavements. Though I really do miss Lime bikes having moved from Hackney to Walthamstow.

At All Points East Lime were forcing everyone - via the app - to park in a specifically allotted area. Councils can provide car park spaces to Lime. They’re revolutionary.

Thank you for this on FT. I’ve moved here because of it! (Also recently moved to E17!).