Sir Jim Ratcliffe has apologised for his comments about immigrationSir Jim Ratcliffe has apologised for any offence caused by his recent comments on immigration, while at the same time refusing to backtrack on what he said. I mean, the population of the UK was 58 million in 2020, now it's 70 million. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTRatcliffe's comments were met with widespread criticism, with Sir Keir Starmer branding them 'offensive and wrong' and urging the United co-owner to apologise. But in a way, you could say exactly the same about Keir Starmer. Farage, meanwhile, was quick to show his support for Ratcliffe's comments on immigration with the Reform leader posting on social media.

Source: Express February 12, 2026 16:25 UTC