Starmer apologises for ‘island of strangers’ remark

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Sir Keir Starmer has apologised for his comment that Britain risked becoming an “island of strangers” due to excessive immigration, saying he “deeply” regretted using language that echoed controversial Conservative minister Enoch Powell.  The prime…

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Carmaker Lotus plans to end production in the UK

Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Automobiles myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. Lotus plans to end production in the UK after more than 70 years, putting 1,300 jobs at risk in the latest blow to the country’s car industry. The British sports carmaker, controlled by Chinese carmaker Geely,…

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