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Ratcliffe Faces Backlash: Starmer Demands Apology Over ‘Colonised’ UK Comment
February 12, 2026 Football

Ratcliffe Faces Backlash: Starmer Demands Apology Over ‘Colonised’ UK Comment

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Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe is facing calls to apologise after stating the UK is being “colonised” by immigrants. The comments, made in a recent interview, have drawn criticism from Keir Starmer and prompted a strong response from Downing Street.

Ratcliffe’s remarks also touched on the number of people receiving benefits and the UK’s population growth, sparking further debate.

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