Ratcliffe’s ‘Colonised Britain’ Claim Is Inappropriate But Raises Real Concerns | Mel Stride
February 12, 2026
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as posted by the channel“I don't like the language that was used. But at the same time, I think the kind of issues that he was raising, and concerns, are shared by millions of people across the country.”
Shadow chancellor Sir Mel Stride tells #TimesRadio the use of the word ‘colonised’ to describe the impact of migrants on Britain is “inappropriate”, but does point to a ”genuine concern” held by many.
Sir Mel Stride was speaking to Kate McCann and Stig Abell on Times Radio Breakfast. Listen live every day 6-10am.
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