Nigel Farage’s proposal to revoke indefinite leave to remain has been criticized by Keir Starmer, who believes it would cause significant division in the UK. The Prime Minister strongly condemned Reform UK’s contentious initiative during a discussion with students at the Liverpool Echo office, just before the Labour Party Conference.
Expressing his concerns about the potential impact on numerous long-term residents who have contributed to society in various ways, including working in essential sectors like hospitals, schools, and businesses, the Prime Minister emphasized the divisive nature of the proposal. He stressed the importance of British values such as reasonableness, tolerance, and coexistence, warning that such policies could harm the fabric of the nation.
Addressing the school pupils, the Prime Minister lamented the prevalence of such divisive politics in their upbringing, expressing regret that these ideologies have gained traction in society. The students, hailing from different schools, initially engaged with the PM on the newly introduced Hillsborough Law, which mandates public servants and authorities to uphold honesty, transparency, and truthfulness or face legal consequences.
In a separate interaction, Mr. Starmer was quizzed about the potential legalization of cannabis by his government, to which he dismissed the idea. The PM light-heartedly asked the students for their stance on the issue, joking that some might be in favor if not for the presence of cameras, affirming the government’s stance against such a move.
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