Jim Ratcliffe Apologises After ‘Colonising’ Remark

Jim Ratcliffe apologises for ‘choice of language’ after saying immigrants ‘colonising’ UK

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UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called the remarks “offensive and wrong,” and political figures, fans and anti-racism groups criticised the language.

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The comments also drew criticism from Manchester United fan groups and local leaders, questioning Ratcliffe’s views given his role at the club.

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Jim Ratcliffe Apologises After ‘Colonising’ Remark

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Jim Ratcliffe apologises for ‘choice of language’ after saying immigrants ‘colonising’ UK

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UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called the remarks “offensive and wrong,” and political figures, fans and anti-racism groups criticised the language.

The comments also drew criticism from Manchester United fan groups and local leaders, questioning Ratcliffe’s views given his role at the club.

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