Claire Coutinho

Tim Shipman, political editor at The Spectator, joins Claire Coutinho, Shadow Secretary of State for Energy, to dissect Britain's energy crisis. They discuss the financial implications of the UK's high energy costs and the need for reliable electricity. Claire emphasizes the balancing act between achieving net zero and protecting living standards, arguing that the current goal may seem 'perverse.' The duo also explores public sentiment towards energy transitions and speculate on how energy policy will influence Labour's upcoming budget.

Claire Coutinho, Conservative MP and Shadow Energy Secretary, outlines her take on UK energy policy and North Sea drilling. She argues for domestic production, critiques net zero priorities and discusses plans to cut household electricity costs. The conversation also touches on nuclear, land use and concerns about offshoring emissions.