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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Multicultural London feels weak attachment to the rest of England - as capital dwellers say diversity is city's most distinctive feature
Very few Londoners feel an attachment to the rest of England, arguing that the capital's 'diversity and multiculturalism' are what sets it apart from other regions, a new poll has revealed. Only 29 per cent of those living in London feel a 'very strong attachment' to the country, compared with 38 per cent who said hold a stronger affinity towards the city, a new YouGov survey has shown. In new research that sought to uncover the strength of regional identities across the UK, 30 per cent of Londoners were found to believe that the capital's 'diversity and multiculturalism' are its most distinctive feature. And, while one in nine (11 per cent) indicated that its famous historical attractions were what made the city so unique, a mere eight per cent of participants argued that it was the London Underground, the oldest underground railway network worldwide. The results come amid increased debate surrounding the impact of mass migration on identity within the UK, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer recently stating that Britain was at risk of becoming an 'island of strangers' without stricter rules on migration. The PM was forced to stand by his remark after he was accused of using language similar to Enoch Powell's notorious 1968 'Rivers of Blood' speech. Mr Powell had said the native British population had 'found themselves made strangers in their own country' because of mass immigration. Downing Street said there was no comparison between the phrases. A separate poll by YouGov found 53 per cent of people agreed with the PM's sentiment and half thought his language was 'acceptable'. The survey also found there was little confidence that the Government will reduce immigration levels. Now, indicating varying regional and national identities, the new findings have shown that people were more likely to express a strong attachment to England than their particular region in the East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England and South-East of England. Alongside the high figures reported in London, those in the North East were shown to have the highest proportion (48 per cent) of individuals who felt a 'very strong' attachment to their region. When asked what makes their area so unique, those surveyed provided an array of varying answers. One in five in the North East (20 per cent) and North West (19 per cent) believed that friendliness or a sense of human were the most distinguishing characteristic, while others praised the area's natural scenery. For Southerners, however, marine features were seen to be the most prominent, with 24 per cent of those living in the South West indicating that the region's beaches, coast or sea were the most noteworthy. For others, natural features, such as countryside or scenery, were what made the area stand out, ranking as the most distinctive thing about the area for 36 per cent from Yorkshire and the Humber, 34 per cent of Scots, and 30 per cent of those living in Wales. When asked what makes their area so unique, participants provided an array of varying answers ranging from natural beauty, friendliness of residents and marine features. However, many struggled to give an answer at all - with 6 per cent in London, the North East of England and the South West believing there was nothing distinctive about their region However, many struggled to give an answer when asked what the most distinctive part of their region was - with 6 per cent in London, the North East of England and the South West believing there was nothing distinctive about their region. Indicating a strong sense of regional identity, the majority of Brits surveyed believed that their region was the most superior place to live across the UK, with more than 80 per cent of those in the South West arguing that their area was 'a lot better' than elsewhere. This confidence was echoed in Scotland, at 33 per cent, while only a respective 7 per cent in the East and West Midlands believed their region was the best place to live. In London, satisfaction rates were also seen to be in decline, with nearly a third admitting that they believed the city was the worst place to live in the UK by either 'a little' or 'a lot'. The data comes after shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick told The Mail in September last year that he believed mass immigration and woke culture were putting England's national identity at risk. Mr Jenrick, former minister for immigration, said that he feared the ties which bind the nation were beginning to ' fray' due to an influx of migrants, alongside a negative attitude of the 'metropolitan establishment' towards English identity.
Telegraph
3 days ago
- Business
- Telegraph
Multicultural London has weak attachment to England
Multicultural London has a weak attachment to England, according to a new poll. Data shows that residents of the capital are instead more likely to have an affinity towards the city rather than the country as a whole. The strength of regional identities across Britain has been revealed by a YouGov survey published on Thursday. It found residents of London had the weakest attachment to the country, with less than a third (29 per cent) having a 'very strong attachment' to England. Its residents also voted that the city's 'diversity and multiculturalism' was its most 'distinctive characteristic'. This was followed up by its attractions, such as the London Eye or Big Ben, and then public transport. The findings come amid a fierce debate about the effects of mass migration into the country, with Sir Keir Starmer recently warning that Britain risked becoming an 'island of strangers' if immigration did not come down. The Prime Minister 's warning was seemingly supported by Britons, half of which said they felt multiculturalism was a threat to British identity, in a previous poll. However, despite the seeming support from large sections of the public for the comment, the Prime Minister faced backlash from some MPs who accused him of 'reflecting the language' of Enoch Powell's 'Rivers of Blood' speech. Sir Sadiq Khan, the Labour Mayor of London, also distanced himself from Sir Keir's speech while launching the Government's new plan to reduce the number of migrants coming to Britain. Asked how he felt about the comment, Sir Sadiq – who has often championed multiculturalism in the capital city – said that they 'aren't words that I would use'. Elsewhere, the YouGov poll of 4,136 adults found less than half (49 per cent) of Welsh people have a 'very strong' attachment to their country. Nearly four in 10 Londoners (38 per cent) gave the same description of their bond to the city. In England, those in the North East have the highest proportion of people (48 per cent) who have a 'very strong' attachment to their region. This is in stark contrast to East Midlands, where just over one in 10 (11 per cent) feel the same way. Both are dwarfed by residents of Scotland, where more than three in five (61 per cent) have a very strong connection to their country. However, not everyone is as happy to reside where they do. Nearly a third of those in London (30 per cent) think it is 'a little' or 'a lot' worse place to live than other parts of the UK. Those in South West England seem much more content, with 83 per cent thinking their region is 'a little' or 'a lot' better place to live than other parts of the UK.
Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Prove ‘divisive' label, Sarawak DAP tells Sim
Sarawak DAP secretary Violet Yong said SUPP's willingness to work with PAS under the PN government is not in line with Sarawak's multicultural values. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Sarawak DAP has challenged Sarawak deputy premier Dr Sim Kui Hian to prove his claim that the party is 'divisive'. Sarawak DAP secretary Violet Yong reminded Sim that his Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) had worked with Perikatan Nasional (PN) and its influential component PAS when Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) chose to align with PN in 2020. In a statement to FMT, Yong said this was proof that SUPP was willing to work with 'extremists' whose agendas ran counter to Sarawak's multicultural values. 'That decision alone speaks volumes about their priorities and the compromises they are willing to make in the name of political expediency,' she said. 'I challenge Dr Sim to point to a single example where DAP has ever divided Sarawakians. When have we ever played the politics of race or religion? The answer is never.' Sim said yesterday that Sarawak had enjoyed prolonged political stability because DAP was never part of the state government. The GPS vice-chairman also said that DAP was divisive and polarising, Dayak Daily reported. Yong, the Pending assemblyman, accused Sim of 'political ignorance and whitewashing' with his statement, calling it a 'gross insult' to the fundamentals of parliamentary democracy. She said DAP, which won only two out of 82 seats at the last state polls, accepted the results and had worked on being an effective opposition by providing checks and balances. 'That is the essence of democracy – not blind obedience to those in power, but principled service to the rakyat. 'True political stability is achieved when every voice is heard, when power is held accountable, and when governance is inclusive – not when the ruling elite is shielded from scrutiny.'
CBC
4 days ago
- General
- CBC
Quebec passes bill requiring immigrants to adopt shared values
The Quebec legislature has passed a bill requiring immigrants to embrace the common culture of the province. Newcomers to the province must adhere to shared values including gender equality, secularism and protection of the French language. The law is Quebec's answer to the Canadian model of multiculturalism that promotes cultural diversity. The Quebec government believes the Canadian model is harmful to social cohesion. Quebec can use the new law to withhold funding for groups and events that don't promote Quebec's common culture. Critics have said the legislation is an attempt to assimilate newcomers and could stoke anti-immigrant sentiment.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Aussie says what everyone is thinking after spate of disgusting racist attacks
An Aussie bloke has condemned the horrifying attack on a Chinese couple after CCTV showed the pair being viciously attacked by a group of teenagers. The pair were confronted and later encircled in the courtyard of a unit complex on Oscar Place in Eastgardens, in Sydney 's east, on Wednesday. Five youths, some as young as 12, were arrested following the unprovoked attack, which saw a 42-year-old woman hospitalised for facial injuries. In distressing CCTV of the attack, she is seen being dragged to the ground and repeatedly beaten as a 40-year-old man desperately calls for help. David Galusi, an internet personality who grew a large Chinese social media following while he lived in the country, condemned the attack in a recent TikTok. 'They were just sitting down, speaking in Mandarin, and a bunch, I mean four to six teenagers, went out and blatantly attacked them for no reason whatsoever,' he said. 'It is absolutely not on, it is totally disgusting. 'Racism is not welcome in Australian society, and we are a society of multiculturalism. We accept all cultures in this country.' Galusi said those involved do not reflect the broader community after the video went viral on Chinese social media and sparked major backlash. 'Please do not judge our country based on these idiots, because their parents couldn't educate them well enough,' he said. The social media star also called for tougher measures for violent youth offenders. Pointing to Queensland's 'Adult Time, Adult Crime' laws, he urged NSW to follow suit. Under Queensland's expanded legislation, 33 additional serious offences, such as attempted murder, rape, and robbery, can now see young offenders tried as adults. NSW Police told Daily Mail Australia that, despite widespread speculation, there was no evidence to suggest the couple were targeted due to their race. The attack gained significant attention after it was shared to TikTok with the caption: 'In Australia, a Chinese couple was surrounded and brutally attacked by over 20 teenagers in the street, just because they spoke Chinese. 'The police don't care. The media ignores it. If we don't speak up, who will?' The video sparked outrage, with the poster adding, 'This isn't an isolated case, there have been similar attacks in Redfern and Waterloo'. The man and woman in the Eastgardens incident were treated by paramedics for facial injuries before they were taken to the Prince of Wales Hospital. Both have since been discharged. Two 12-year-old girls were charged on Thursday and remain before the courts. Following further investigations, another five youths were arrested. A 14-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl were arrested on Friday after presenting to Maroubra Police Station. The boy has since been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm in company and affray. He was granted bail and will attend court on June 16. It's expected the 16-year-old girl teenage girl will be dealt with under the Younger Offenders Act at a later stage. Two teenage girls - both 14 - and a 13-year-old boy attended Maroubra Police Station at different times on Friday and were each arrested and charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm in company of other(s) and affray. All three were granted conditional bail to appear at a children's court at a later date. NSW Police said it was not looking for any other persons in relation to the assault.
