Sadiq Khan arrives at LBC amid backlash over Starmer's 'Island of Strangers' speech

BGUK_3237444 - On May 13, 2025, London Mayor Sadiq Khan was seen arriving at LBC Radio accompanied by a sizable entourage. His appearance comes in the wake of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's controversial "island of strangers" remark concerning immigration, which has drawn criticism from various quarters. Khan, distancing himself from the Prime Minister's language, stated, "Those aren’t words that I would use," emphasizing the positive contributions of immigrants to London's economy and culture. He highlighted that skilled migrants contribute significantly more to the economy than they consume in public services, challenging negative stereotypes about immigrants.