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The Latest Breaking News from Sir Keir Starmer

Sir Jim Ratcliffe Apologises for Hugely Controversial ‘Colonised’ Remark

Ratcliffe has reportedly incited “outrage” from certain figures at Man Utd for his comments.

Sports Illustrated

Labour is united behind Sarwar’s bid to be next first minister – Alexander

The Scottish Secretary has sought to downplay divisions within the party after its Scottish leader called on the PM to quit.

Evening Standard

‘Jellyfish’ and ‘doormat’: why is Keir Starmer so deeply unpopular?

From his public persona to a sense that he sold the country a pup, many factors seem to feed a sense of ‘great dislike’

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Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe says 'sorry' after his ‘colonised by immigrants’ remark sparks backlash

British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe apologized for his "colonised by immigrants" remarks after facing criticism from Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Ratcliffe stated his intention was to highlight the need for managed immigration supporting economic growth, not to offend. The Football Association is reviewing his comments for potential breaches of its regulations.

The Times of India

Manchester United co-owner apologises after saying UK ‘colonised’ by immigrants

Jim Ratcliffe apologises for saying Britain has been “colonised” by immigrants, after condemnation from Keir Starmer, Manchester leaders and Man United fans.

Euronews

Sir Chris Wormald quits as Cabinet Secretary as Keir Starmer clears out No10 to rescue his premiership

The top civil servant’s departure comes as the Government is rocked by the Lord Mandelson and Lord Doyle storms

Evening Standard

Fact check: Claim about No 10 staff includes vacant and interim positions

The director of communications role is currently vacant, while the chief of staff role is being carried out on an acting basis.

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Ineos Grenadiers owner Jim Ratcliffe at centre of political storm after claiming 'UK has been colonised by immigrants'

Billionaire team owner's comments spark a reaction from the Prime Minister

Cycling News

Government unsure if deleted Peter Mandelson WhatsApp messages can be retrieved

Cabinet Office minister Chris Ward said he would come back to MPs on the question of whether it is possible to retrieve deleted messages.

Evening Standard

Government unsure if deleted Mandelson messages can be recovered

They may have been permanently lost due to a common setting on WhatsApp

The Independent UK

Jim Ratcliffe apologises after claiming migrants have ‘colonised’ the UK

Sir Jim, one of Britain’s richest men, has been under pressure from a string of high-profile politicians, including Sir Keir Starmer, to apologise.

Evening Standard

Tories: Starmer throwing top civil servant ‘under a bus’ with expected dismissal

Sir Chris Wormald is believed to be on his way out imminently.

Evening Standard

Ratcliffe made ‘mistake’ with immigration comments, says Swinney

The Manchester United and Ineos boss said the UK has been ‘colonised’ by immigrants.

Evening Standard

Starmer ‘knew ex-comms chief Lord Doyle supported paedophile councillor’

Matthew Doyle told Keir Starmer’s communications chief he supported Sean Morton before his conviction, but did not reveal he campaigned alongside him

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Andy Burnham piles pressure on Man United co-owner Ratcliffe over migrant claims

The Labour mayor said Sir Jim Ratcliffe had made comments which ‘go against everything for which Manchester has traditionally stood’.

The Guardian - UK

UK economy limps along at 0.1% growth – but there are reasons for optimism in 2026

Consumers and businesses are not yet taking the hint despite six interest rate cuts

Evening Standard

Jim Ratcliffe migration claims ‘hypocritical’ after Monaco move, minister says

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Wednesday night described the comments as ‘offensive and wrong’ and called on Sir Jim to apologise.

Evening Standard

'Biggest prize is with the EU,' says Rachel Reeves in LSE speech

The Chancellor tells an event at the London School of Economics the UK’s future is ‘intrinsically bound’ with Europe

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The Guardian - UK

Behold the incredible shrinking Starmer: the PM who promises more while giving less

It is not just this doomed government but the Labour party itself that is disappearing before our very eyes, says Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty

The Guardian - UK

Who is Antonia Romeo and why is she tipped to be the next cabinet secretary?

With Chris Wormald forced out, Romeo is a frontrunner with a reputation for being forthright but also warm

The Guardian - UK

‘You call it a shitshow – I say it’s unforgivable’: Lisa Nandy on Epstein, Mandelson and Labour’s torrid week

The culture secretary talks about secret briefings, the need for solidarity and why the government must recognise its big moment of reckoning

The Times of India

Manchester United co-owner says UK 'colonised' by immigrants: Jim Ratcliffe sparks outrage; Brit PM Keir Starmer demands apology

Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s remarks that Britain has been “colonised by immigrants” detonated far beyond a single interview because they landed at the fault line of modern British politics. Linking immigration, welfare and national decline, the Monaco-based Manchester United co-owner used loaded language and shaky numbers that triggered backlash from politicians,…

The Independent UK

‘One in a billion’: Dawson’s Creek cast pays tribute to James Van Der Beek

His family announced his death in a statement, saying he faced his final days ‘with courage, faith and grace’.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer faces fresh questions over judgment after Lord Doyle controversy

Lord Doyle has had the Labour whip removed.

The Independent UK

British supermarket named UK’s favourite for fifth year in a row

The nation’s best and worst stores for a food shop have been revealed

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