Keir Starmer received a round of applause for condemning individuals who deface Chinese restaurants with racist graffiti and advocate for the deportation of residents. The Prime Minister denounced such actions as racism and criticized those who question the English or British identity based on skin color.
In a forceful statement, he rebuked racists targeting long-standing British residents working in essential sectors like schools, hospitals, and businesses, labeling them as hindering national progress. Starmer warned against calls for deportation, emphasizing a strong opposition to such sentiments.
During his speech, Starmer aimed to reclaim British flags from the Reform party and emphasized their significance in national unity. Flags representing Wales, England, the Union Jack, and Scotland were distributed at the Labour party conference in Liverpool, where members were encouraged to proudly display them as symbols of inclusivity. Starmer contrasted this unity with his assertion that Nigel Farage lacks faith in Britain.
Encouraging the display of flags, Starmer highlighted a pivotal moment for Britain to uphold dignity, respect, and diversity, while condemning racism. He stressed the collective ownership of national symbols and vowed never to relinquish them.
Furthermore, Starmer condemned violent protests as illegitimate behavior, distinguishing between legitimate concerns about immigration and criminal actions like property damage. He called out those spreading fear and discord in the country and reaffirmed the importance of controlling migration within reasonable boundaries.