In this episode, we talk with Howard Cox, a strong advocate for motorists and critic of the UK government's environmental policies, particularly concerning Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ). Howard discusses the growing resistance to ULEZ and Low Traffic Neighborhoods (LTNs), highlighting recent successes by local councils against these measures.
Representing FairFuel UK, he shares findings from a poll indicating significant opposition to net zero policies and critiques the government's taxation on motorists. The conversation also touches on the hypocrisy of public figures regarding climate action, animal welfare in religious practices, national security issues, and the current political landscape, including the rise of Reform UK. Lastly, we address changes in vaccination policies, with Howard expressing cautious optimism for public health shifts.
The Week According to Howard Cox
France could scrap its version of Ulez
Group of MPs want to get rid of low-emission zones calling them ‘punitive’ and ‘anti-social’https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/04/09/france-could-abandon-its-version-ulez/
Rupert Lowe MP @RupertLowe10
I have written to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs requested a full review into the scale, regulation, labelling and future legality of non-stun slaughter - including halal.
This is a debate we need to have.
I will update you when he responds...https://x.com/RupertLowe10/status/1928059039591661596
Exclusive: China Praises Starmer’s Chagos Sellout Offering ‘Massive Congratulations’ to Mauritius
https://order-order.com/2025/05/29/exclusive-china-praises-starmers-chagos-sellout-offering-massive-congratulations-to-mauritius/
Tommy Robinson was jailed for showing a film — a civil case turned criminal by political decree.
This isn’t about whether you like him.
It’s about whether you’re OK with the state deciding who gets free speech — and who gets prison.https://x.com/BackBrexitBen/status/1927454767501988086
Jail looks good on you, Stephen
You have the heart of a bloody lion.And those who caged you are right to feel the fear.
Even in solitary, YOU WERE NEVER ALONE. WE ARE MANY. AND WE ARE STRONGER TOGETHER https://x.com/KTHopkins/status/1927323034685198505
Secretary Kennedy @SecKennedy
Today, the COVID vaccine for healthy children and healthy pregnant women has been removed from @CDCgov recommended immunization schedule. Bottom line: it’s common sense and it’s good science. We are now one step closer to realizing @POTUS’s promise to Make America Healthy Again.https://x.com/SecKennedy/status/1927368440811008138
Rubio targets foreign nationals who he alleges police Americans’ social media posts https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/28/marco-rubio-social-media-europe-00372280
Connor Tomlinson @Con_Tomlinson
Lucy Connolly has been refused Right of Temporary Leave to visit her husband and daughter because the prison authorities decreed she expressed “extreme views”.
This has now been changed to “strong opinions”.https://x.com/Con_Tomlinson/status/1927615653365633402
How will Reform UK pay for its pledges and policies?
Nigel Farage has promised up to £80bn of tax cuts and spending rises, but can he really pay for them by axing net zero and diversity and inclusion initiatives?https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/how-reform-pay-pledges-policies-j2kw7zkrr
Nigel Farage Is Voters' Last Choice To Be Prime Minister, Poll Shows, https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/nigel-farage-is-most-unpopular-choice-for-uk-prime-minister_uk_68358a37e4b0b885650d00ac
Dr. Maalouf @realMaalouf
This mosque in East London blasts the Islamic call to prayer five times a day, the earliest one at 5 am.
This is what everyone has to wake up to!
No wonder British people have become a minority in London. Who would want to live here?https://x.com/realMaalouf/status/1927194911641669788 VIDEO
I have said on behalf of #fairfueluk that the only way EVs can succeed is to legally but unfairly knock out Diesel/Petrol cars via the draconian 2030 ban, keep tax subsidies and remove any vehicle tax. Well it seems this u-turn infested government is to do exactly that. And tens of millions of fossil fuel drivers will have to pic up the tab. This is not a free market economy, it’s a state control attack on our freedom to drive and choose what we want to drive.
@Ed_Miliband @Keir_Starmer @RachelReevesMP. https://x.com/HowardCCox/status/1927384014240788612
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Episode Recorded 30.05.25
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