Home Secretary Suella Braverman has reiterated her belief that multiculturalism has "failed" in Britain, alleging that certain migrants are living separate lives from the rest of society. Speaking on the third day of the Tory Conference in Manchester, Braverman accused "communities" in various towns and cities across the country of not learning English and failing to adopt British values. She pledged to be "fearless in calling out" migrants who do not assimilate.

Parallel Lives

Braverman stated during an interview with Sky News that her duty is to speak honestly and on behalf of the majority of the British people. While she acknowledged that integration has been successful in many parts of the country, she highlighted the existence of towns and cities where communities live segregated lives. Braverman asserted that these migrants arrive from abroad, do not learn the language, refuse to embrace British values, and do not participate in British life. She emphasized the urgent need to address this issue and to be unafraid in doing so.

Government Report

Braverman's concept of "parallel lives" was first introduced in a 2000s Home Office report by Ted Cantle. The report highlighted the existence of separate educational arrangements, communities, employment, places of worship, and social and cultural networks, creating a lack of meaningful interchange between different communities.

Right Wing Faction Voices Concerns

Yesterday, a faction of right wing Conservative MPs expressed their concerns regarding the surge in migration. Tory MP Tom Hunt stated that it is not xenophobic to express a desire to feel like one is living in their own country when walking into a town center.

Keynote Conference Speech

Later today, Braverman is set to deliver a keynote conference speech, further reinforcing her stance against high immigration levels. She is expected to announce a lifetime ban on sex offenders changing their name and gender, as well as a new law prohibiting anyone convicted of a sex-related crime from changing their identity.