The British Are No Longer a Concern of the British Government
For decades, the British government has systematically neglected the very people it was elected to serve. Nowhere is this more evident than in the shameful handling of the grooming gang scandals—failures that reveal a political class more concerned with ideology and optics than the safety and well-being of its citizens. While Labour, under Tony Blair and Keir Starmer, played a central role in fostering the conditions that enabled these atrocities, the Conservatives have also failed to deliver on promises of reform and justice. As a result of these failures, voices calling for deeper systemic change, including stronger leadership from the monarchy, and alternatives like Nigel Farage’s Reform Party, are growing louder. The tragic reality is that the British government’s priorities have left its most vulnerable citizens abandoned, betrayed, and voiceless.
Tony Blair’s government, often praised for modernizing Britain, bears significant responsibility for the social fragmentation and erosion of accountability that enabled grooming gangs to operate unchecked. The Blair era’s mass immigration policies, which dramatically altered the country’s demographics, were not an organic response to economic needs but, as revealed by his advisers, part of a deliberate effort to create a “multicultural Britain.” This experiment may have sounded progressive in theory, but in practice, it led to cultural segregation and insular communities that were neither integrated nor held to the same standards of British law.
Labour’s commitment to multiculturalism, while rhetorically appealing to some, ultimately sacrificed national cohesion. Shared values that once united the British people were sidelined in favor of a hands-off approach that allowed criminal networks, including grooming gangs, to thrive in under-policed areas. This neglect was compounded by Labour’s zealous embrace of political correctness, which effectively paralyzed public institutions. Police officers, social workers, and council leaders often hesitated to investigate or prosecute grooming gang cases for fear of being accused of racism.
The results were devastating. In towns like Rotherham, Rochdale, and Telford, official investigations revealed that thousands of young girls had been groomed, trafficked, and sexually abused over a period of years. Victims, often as young as 12, were systematically targeted by organized gangs, predominantly of Pakistani descent. Police ignored parents’ pleas for help (even arresting some of them) and often dismissed the victims themselves as “troublemakers” or “promiscuous.” Social services failed to intervene, even when clear signs of abuse were present. In some cases, whistleblowers were silenced or threatened, while community leaders pressured authorities to avoid prosecuting the perpetrators for fear of “stoking racial tensions.” These failures were not isolated incidents, but systemic betrayals enabled by the cultural and political climate cultivated under Labour (and throughout much of the West during this period).
Keir Starmer, Labour’s current leader, cannot escape responsibility. During his tenure as Director of Public Prosecutions(2008–2013), the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) failed to act decisively against grooming gangs, even as evidence of their crimes mounted. Starmer’s reluctance to prosecute these cases reflects a broader unwillingness within Labour’s leadership to confront uncomfortable truths about immigration, integration, and community accountability.
Today, as prime minister, Starmer continues to deflect accountability. Calls for inquiries into his handling of grooming gang cases as DPP have been dismissed, with Labour blocking efforts to scrutinize these failures. His leadership symbolizes the continuity of a Labour Party more invested in protecting its ideological narratives than the lives and safety of vulnerable British citizens.
While Labour laid much of the groundwork for these crises, the Conservatives did hold power from 2010-2024, giving them ample time to address these infuriating issues. Yet their record is egregiously underwhelming. Despite promises to “take back control,” successive Tory governments, including those led by Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak, have failed to stem the tide of illegal immigration or restore faith in blundering public institutions.
The sight of small boats crossing the English Channel has become a symbol of the Conservatives’ inability to secure Britain’s borders. In 2022 alone, over 45,000 people arrived by boat—a stark reminder that despite tough talk, meaningful action has been elusive. Resources meant for the British working class have been stretched thin, creating resentment among those who feel their government has abandoned them.
Moreover, the grooming gang scandals persisted under Tory leadership. While some progress was made in bringing perpetrators to justice, efforts were often reactive and incomplete. Like Labour, the Conservatives have failed to address the deeper cultural and institutional issues that allowed these crimes to flourish. Even under Home Secretaries like Priti Patel, known for her hardline rhetoric, systemic change remained elusive.
Amid the ineptitude of both Labour and the Conservatives, Nigel Farage and the Reform Party have emerged as voices of discontent. Farage, best known for his leadership during the Brexit campaign, has long argued that Britain’s political elite—whether Labour or Tory—has abandoned the interests of ordinary citizens. His critique of uncontrolled immigration, cultural fragmentation, and the erosion of British sovereignty resonates deeply with those disillusioned with the establishment parties.
The Reform Party has positioned itself as a viable alternative, advocating for stricter border controls, tougher policing, and a renewed emphasis on national identity. Unlike the Conservatives, who often temper their rhetoric to avoid backlash, the Reform Party has been unapologetic in its demands for accountability and systemic change. For those who feel betrayed by decades of political failures, Farage and his movement represent a chance to reclaim control and restore trust in governance.
The deep distrust in the political class has even led some to call for King Charles III to intervene—a reflection of the desperation many Britons feel. While the monarch’s role has been largely ceremonial since the early 20th century, the idea of a sovereign stepping in to address national crises is not without historical precedent. Many argue that the monarchy, unencumbered by electoral cycles and political machinations, could act as a unifying force with a greater sense of loyalty to the British people than career politicians. Whereas the king once lent Parliament an air of legitimacy by comparison, it now often seems Parliament’s dysfunction lends credibility back to the king.
That being said, the British parliamentary system makes such intervention highly unlikely. Unlike in the United States, where an outsider like Donald Trump could rise to power, the UK’s structure ensures that only elected members of Parliament can become prime minister. This limitation leaves little room for revolutionary change from outside the existing political framework. Outsiders, in essence, must first become insiders.
Britain’s challenges are not unique. Across Europe, countries like Sweden, Germany, and France have grappled with similar issues stemming from mass immigration, parallel societies, and rising crime. The failures of mainstream parties to address these problems have fueled the rise of populist movements, from Marine Le Pen’s National Rally in France to Vox in Spain.
However, there are success stories. Hungary, under Viktor Orbán, and Poland, under the Law and Justice Party (PiS), have demonstrated how strong national leadership can protect cultural identity and restore public trust. These examples highlight what Britain could achieve with the right conservative leadership—leaders unafraid to prioritize the nation’s interests over the global establishment’s.
At the heart of this crisis are the thousands of victims who have been failed by the system. The grooming gang scandals represent more than just a policy failure; they are a moral indictment of a political class that has consistently put its own image above the safety of its citizens. Whether it is Labour’s refusal to confront cultural realities or the Conservatives’ inability to deliver on promises, the result has been the same: a Britain where the vulnerable are left to fend for themselves (in ways dictated by their highly paternalistic government).
The British government must remember who it serves: the British people. For too long, ideological crusades, political correctness, and institutional inertia have taken precedence over justice, safety, and national unity. While Labour’s social engineering and the Conservatives’ complacency have brought the country to this point, alternative voices like Nigel Farage and the Reform Party offer a glimmer of hope.
As Britain enters 2025, the question is whether its leaders will finally prioritize the welfare of their citizens over the demands of ideology and globalism. The time has come for a government that places the British people at the center of its agenda—a government that acts in the spirit of the monarchy’s historic motto: Dieu et mon droit—God and my right.
Michael J. Hout is Editor-in-Chief of Liberty Affair. Based in Warsaw, Poland, he writes about politics, culture, and history. Follow his latest insights on X: @michaeljhout.
