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General · 11 February 2026

Starmer demands Ratcliffe apologise for offensive 'colonisation' claim.

Starmer demands Ratcliffe apologise for offensive 'colonisation' claim.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has called on Sir Jim Ratcliffe to apologise after the businessman claimed the UK is being colonised by immigrants. Writing on social media, Starmer described the remarks as offensive and wrong, asserting that Britain remains a proud and diverse nation. The Ineos founder and Manchester United co-owner made the controversial comments during an interview, where he also criticised the number of people claiming benefits and suggested the country requires tougher leadership.

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