Keir Starmer’s comments on immigration generated a lot of interest in the Senedd this week.
Most notably, he stated that Britain risks becoming as “island of strangers” if immigration is not brought under control.
Plaid Cymru separatist leader Rhun ap Iorweth was quick to condemn him. First Minister Eluned Morgan, meanwhile, distanced herself from the Prime Minister, saying she would not use “divisive language”.
This is remarkable, particularly since there was nothing at all wrong with Keir Starmer’s language. Indeed, the only problem was that he didn’t go far enough.
In many parts of Britain, sectarian politics is rife, with different communities segregated and people pursuing interests contrary to those of our nation.
So, to merely say we are “at risk” of becoming an island of strangers fails to take account of the existing problems we face.
The reaction to Starmer’s comments shows how far removed most Senedd members are from the lives of people across Wales.
Polling released in the aftermath showed most people agreed with what he said.
But instead of accepting immigration is too high, and that we need radically different approach, Labour and Plaid Cymru separatists frequently talk in the Senedd about making Wales a “Nation of Sanctuary”.
Under this ideologically motivated plan, asylum seekers are encouraged to access our NHS, housing and other public services. Their entitlements are promoted widely.
This is hugely irresponsible. It creates an incentive for more people to come to Britain illegally, with no regard for the pressures this causes.
I make no apologies for opposing it and calling for it to be scrapped.