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Britain Is Getting the Immigration Debate All Wrong

Release Date
2025-08-26
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TIME
Summary
The UK is currently experiencing heightened tensions over immigration, with many Britons feeling the country is like a "tinderbox." Although there have been some protests against asylum seekers, large-scale unrest has not occurred. However, politicians and media have been fueling xenophobic sentiments, making immigration a top political issue. Nigel Farage’s Reform Party has gained significant support by focusing on immigration and plans for mass deportations, while mainstream politicians struggle to respond effectively. Some, like Robert Jenrick, have adopted ethno-nationalist rhetoric, and even Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced criticism for language that echoed historic anti-immigration speeches.

Despite public fears, actual immigration numbers are falling sharply, but many Britons mistakenly believe irregular migrants dominate the flow. This disconnect complicates efforts by the government to address concerns, especially around small boat crossings. Pursuing far-right approaches has historically backfired in Europe, and the UK risks a similar path if it doesn’t adopt a more positive and realistic approach.

Fortunately, the UK is more integrated than many European countries, with deeply racist attitudes limited to a small minority. Starmer has started to emphasize the benefits immigrants bring, highlighting their economic contributions and the importance of diversity. To counter rising xenophobia, the government needs to consistently promote a message that immigration and ethnic diversity have strengthened British society, reflecting the lived experience of most citizens. Ultimately, embracing diversity should be seen as the nation’s greatest strength—the argument anti-immigration groups fear most.
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