Kemi Badenoch backs Robert Jenrick’s call to restrict immigration from cultures deemed problematic
London: Kemi Badenoch is backing Robert Jenrick after he suggested limiting immigration from what he calls “alien cultures.” He pointed out that some newcomers have “backward, frankly medieval attitudes to women.”
Jenrick’s comments have stirred up quite a bit of controversy. He believes the grooming gangs issue in the UK is linked to mass migration. The Liberal Democrats are calling for Badenoch to fire him over these remarks, labeling them as divisive.
A spokesperson for the Conservative Party defended Jenrick, saying he did a great job highlighting the need for a national inquiry into the grooming gangs scandal. They criticized the Liberal Democrats for focusing on tweets instead of addressing the real issues.
Badenoch previously stated that immigrants should love the UK and uphold its traditions. She emphasized that culture involves more than just food and clothing; it includes customs that might clash with British values.
When asked about Jenrick’s comments, the Prime Minister’s spokesperson suggested they were a distraction from the main issue of protecting children from abuse. Meanwhile, Conservative peer Lord Tariq Ahmad urged Jenrick to reconsider his statements.
The Tories are planning to propose an amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, pushing for a national inquiry into grooming gangs. This comes amid ongoing debates about how to address the issue effectively.
In the midst of all this, the Prime Minister’s office has reiterated its focus on delivering real change for victims of child sexual abuse, rather than getting caught up in political distractions.
