"I am sorry that my choice of language has offended some people in the UK and Europe and caused concern, but it is important to raise the issue of controlled and well-managed immigration that supports economic growth. My comments were made while answering questions about UK policy at the European Industry Summit in Antwerp, where I was discussing the importance of economic growth, jobs, skills and manufacturing in the UK."
"Should the FA choose to formally investigate, the probe may be focused on FA Rule E3.1, which covers general behaviour. The rule states: "A participant shall at all times act in the best interests of the game and shall not act in any manner which is improper or brings the game into disrepute or use any one, or a combination of, violent conduct, serious foul play, threatening, abusive, indecent or insulting words or behaviour.""
Jim Ratcliffe's comments about immigration prompted criticism from Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Mayor Andy Burnham and drew scrutiny from the English Football Association. Ratcliffe apologised for his choice of language while emphasising the need for controlled, well-managed immigration to support economic growth, jobs, skills and manufacturing. He said governments must manage migration alongside investment so long-term prosperity is shared. Ratcliffe told Sky News that the UK is being colonised by immigrants and said the situation is costly. The FA will assess whether the remarks breached Rule E3.1 on behaviour and bringing the game into disrepute.
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