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FA Declines to Charge Man United Co-Owner Jim Ratcliffe Over Immigration Remarks

The governing body issued only a reminder of his responsibilities following his 'colonised by immigrants' interview.

Overview

  • The FA said it has closed its review with no disciplinary action, giving Ratcliffe background guidance to remember his responsibilities in media interviews.
  • In a Sky News exchange last week, Ratcliffe said the UK had been "colonised by immigrants" and linked migration to state costs and benefit claims.
  • Some statistics he cited conflicted with Office for National Statistics estimates, including his comparison of UK population totals.
  • Ratcliffe later apologized for his choice of language, while Kick It Out and some Manchester United supporters voiced disappointment at the lack of a stronger sanction.
  • Manchester United stressed its inclusive identity in a club statement, and interim head coach Michael Carrick emphasized equality, diversity and respect when asked about the episode.