Yvette Cooper left to spin the unspinnable after Starmer’s ‘island of strangers’ speech | John Crace

The UK government’s immigration bill faced widespread criticism for its emotive language, which critics argued painted immigrants as a threat to national unity. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his predecessor, Nigel Farage, both faced calls to clarify their positions after using hyperbolic rhetoric and shifting stances. Yvette Cooper, Home Secretary, struggled to spun the government’s narrative due to inconsistencies in Starmer’s comments over time, with critics accusing him of misleading the public. The conflict highlighted deep divisions within the UK—some leaders pushing for stricter controls while others prioritized transparency and fairness in handling immigration bonuses.