Immigration Debate Heats Up: Cooper Responds to Starmer's 'Island of Strangers' Remark

The UK's immigration debate took center stage yesterday as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faced pointed questions from LBC's Nick Ferrari. The interview followed Keir Starmer's controversial statement about the UK potentially being an 'island of strangers'. Cooper, in response to Ferrari's line of questioning, stated, "I think our country has benefited over many years through generations from people coming to the UK." However, she also stressed the need for controlled migration, adding, "But I also think that the level of migration needs to be controlled and managed, and it needs to come down." This statement highlights the ongoing tension within the UK government over immigration policy. The debate continues to be a significant point of discussion in UK politics, with differing views on how to balance economic benefits with concerns about population growth and social integration.