This, no doubt, accurate claim is being echoed by government sources and BBC reporting. Are we supposed to be appalled, frightened even? Alas, the full truth is that people born overseas currently make up a little over one in six of the UK. Stephen Percy,EastonSend letters by email to newsdesk@hampshirechronicle.co.uk or by post to Editor, Hampshire Chronicle, 5 Upper Brook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AL. Letters of 300 words or less will be given priority, although all are subject to editing for reasons of clarity, space, or legal requirements.

Source: The Times August 19, 2025 16:20 UTC