Former Home Secretary warns tough rhetoric is no substitute for action
Dame Priti Patel has criticized her successor, Suella Braverman, for making a hardline speech on immigration, suggesting that it was merely a ploy for attention. Ms Braverman had raised eyebrows earlier in the week by speaking out against "failed" multiculturalism and describing uncontrolled immigration as an "existential threat" to the Western world. However, Dame Priti stressed the importance of delivering actual policy changes rather than just making speeches.
Dame Priti challenges claims of failed integration
Dame Priti Patel also took issue with Ms Braverman's assertion that integration had not worked effectively. As a Tory MP of Ugandan-Indian origin, Dame Priti highlighted her own personal experience as evidence that integration, multiculturalism, and dynamic communities have been successful in the UK. She argued that people from diverse backgrounds who love and want to contribute to the country should be celebrated.
Leadership bid speculation surrounds Ms Braverman's comments
While Rishi Sunak has made a promise to crack down on immigration a key part of his agenda, Suella Braverman's recent speech has been widely interpreted as the unofficial launch of a leadership bid should the Tories lose power. A poll showed that a majority of voters support the core elements of Ms Braverman's speech, with 66% agreeing that uncontrolled immigration is dangerous and 69% believing that illegal migration places an unfair burden on taxpayers.
"Pampered" celebs face criticism for opposing immigration policy
In a surprising move, Suella Braverman attacked high-profile celebrities like Elton John for their criticism of her immigration policies, accusing them of being out of touch and pampered. Allies of Rishi Sunak were reportedly caught off guard by the fiery attack on showbiz figures, with whom the Home Secretary is involved in a public spat over the issue.
