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Manchester United Owner Says UK Has Been 'Colonized' by Immigrants

Manchester United Owner Says UK Has Been 'Colonized' by Immigrants

Summary

Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, stated in a Sky News interview that the U.K. has been "colonized by immigrants." His remarks drew criticism from U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who described Britain as a proud, tolerant, and diverse country. The U.K.'s population grew from 66.7 million in 2020 to 69.4 million by mid-2025, according to official statistics.

Key Facts

  • Jim Ratcliffe is a co-owner of Manchester United and made comments about immigration in the U.K.
  • He claimed the U.K. has been "colonized" due to high levels of immigration.
  • Ratcliffe criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer, suggesting he is too lenient on difficult issues.
  • Prime Minister Starmer responded by defending Britain as a tolerant and diverse nation.
  • The U.K.'s population increased from 66.7 million in 2020 to 69.4 million in mid-2025.
  • Ratcliffe was reportedly the seventh richest person in the U.K. with a net worth of £17 billion in 2025.
  • Ratcliffe moved to Monaco from the U.K. in 2020.
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