Jim Ratcliffe: UK is ‘on the slide’ from days when it had world’s ‘greatest empire’

A prominent British business figure has criticized the UK’s economic direction, arguing that high taxes and immigration are contributing to national decline. The co-owner of a major football club, who has relocated to a lower-tax jurisdiction, framed the country’s current state as a sharp contrast to its historical dominance. His remarks reflect broader concerns about fiscal policy and demographic shifts shaping Britain’s global standing. The comments come amid ongoing debates over economic competitiveness and national identity.

Co-owner of Manchester United says Britain is in decline because of high taxes and immigrationThe co-owner of Manchester United Sir Jim Ratcliffe has described the UK as being a country “on the slide” from the days when it had “the greatest empire in the world”.Ratcliffe, who founded petrochemicals giant Ineos, and has resided in Monaco, which has a relaxed tax regime, since 2020, said Britain is in decline because of high taxes and immigration. Continue reading...