Kelvin MacKenzie has issued a stark assessment of Britain's current situation, claiming the nation stands at the brink of societal collapse due to immigration pressures. Speaking on GB News, MacKenzie highlighted that 25,000 asylum seekers have entered the UK this year alone.
The ex-Sun editor expressed grave concerns about the trajectory of the country, questioning whether meaningful action would be taken to address the situation.
He said on GB News: "There's 25,000 come in so far this year, with Keir Starmer not prepared to go to war with France, what are we going to do?"
MacKenzie's comments reflect growing unease about asylum seeker accommodation across the country, with particular focus on the government's response to public concerns.
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|Kelvin MacKenzie says Britain may be on the verge of social breakdown
MacKenzie painted a troubling picture of potential consequences if current immigration policies continue unchanged. He suggested that without intervention, incidents involving asylum seekers could spark wider unrest across communities.
"Are we actually going to do anything? We could have this debate every week for the next four years," he said, expressing frustration at what he perceives as governmental paralysis on the issue.
The broadcaster went further, warning of possible violent outcomes.
"What will happen next? What will happen to the country? Will there be a rape or an attack and something will ignite?" he asked during his GB News appearance.
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MacKenzie indicated that both Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Reform UK leader Nigel Farage share his assessment.
"I agree with both Angela Rayner and Nigel Farage. We appear to be on the cusp of a social breakdown," he stated.
MacKenzie referenced demonstrations in Waterlooville as an example of public frustration with current asylum policies.
He noted that protesters there conducted themselves peacefully whilst voicing their concerns about immigration levels.
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"These people in Waterlooville were chanting away and peaceful. Does anyone believe this Government will do anything?" he said, expressing scepticism about whether authorities would respond to demonstrators' grievances.
The television presenter suggested that continued governmental inaction could lead to more serious consequences. "You could be forgiven for thinking that one day there is going to be an explosion. Who on earth is going to act for these people protesting?" he questioned.
His remarks underscore mounting tensions in communities hosting asylum seekers, with peaceful demonstrations potentially giving way to more volatile situations if residents feel their concerns remain unaddressed.
Meanwhile, demonstrations have erupted in Epping, where The Bell Hotel currently serves as accommodation for migrants. Demonstrators carrying Union flags assembled outside the facility, prompting police to implement restrictions aimed at preventing violence or disorder.
The situation has escalated to the point where Epping's leadership has requested an urgent meeting with the Home Secretary to discuss the asylum accommodation.
This development comes as authorities brace for additional protests expected in the area.
The gatherings in Epping saw both protesters and counter-demonstrators converging near the hotel, highlighting the divisive nature of the asylum accommodation issue.
Police presence has been heightened in response to rising tensions, with officers working to maintain order as community concerns about the facility continue to mount.