TalkTV star fumes 'UK can't cope' as bombshell migrant figures revealed

TalkTV star fumes 'UK can't cope' as bombshell migrant figures revealed The Migration Watch explained the pressures that immigration places on the UK. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Jennie Buzaglo , Showbiz Reporter 19:16, Fri, Oct 9, 2026 Updated: 19:20, Fri, Oct 9, 2026 Kevin O'Sullivan discussed net migration with Migration Watch chairman Alp Mehmet (Image: TalkTV) Migration Watch chairman Alp Mehmet has argued the UK cannot cope with the current high levels of net migration . Speaking to TalkTV presenter Kevin O'Sullivan, Alp explained that net migration is calculated by taking the number of people who arrive and subtracting those who leave . He noted that for the year leading up to mid-2025, this resulted in a net increase of 222,000 people. He went on to highlight that while the net figure is significant, the total gross inflow of people is much higher, exceeding 800,000 annually. Alp explained that only 14% of those 800,000+ arrivals entered with a work permit, while the remaining 86% arrive via other routes, such as student visas. A stunned Kevin declared the country is full, prompting Alp to claim the UK has a "noose around our necks" that is being pulled tighter. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT He continued: "No one is suggesting no immigration. That would be absurd. We've got to have a certain amount of immigration. "But what we don't need are hundreds of thousands of people who are more dependent on the state than they contribute to it. That is madness." Get reviews, gossip and upcoming show releases plus selected offers and competition I would like to receive emails from the Daily Express featuring our latest products, services, offers, and promotions from across the Reach Plc family . Subscribe Invalid email You agree you are 18 or over. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. You can unsubscribe at any time. More Info . Kevin argued that the gross number needs to be brought down as the country is "bursting at the seams". Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT "Well, it is bursting at the seam," Alp agreed. "We're not far short of 70 million at the moment. The growth in our population has been phenomenal over the last 20 years. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT "We've had millions of people added to the population. Something like eight million between 2001 and 2021. Of those eight million, nearly seven million were the result of immigration and their children. We can't cope with this sort of number. Celeb Traitors bombshell as 'unthinkable' incident forces show bosses to scrap huge plans Celebrity Traitors star makes bombshell mistake – and it could be worse than Richard's Alp discussed the pressures immigration places on housing and other public services, noting that the country must find a roof for the 800,000 people arriving annually. He said: "Those who come in, you've got to find a roof over their heads. You've got to keep them warm. You've got to keep them fit and well. You've got to give them access to the NHS and to their GP surgery. "There are so many things that just don't stop with people arriving and working." Kevin added: "This is insane. Allowing that many people in with the knowledge that many of them will stay is an exercise in madness." TalkTV Immigration Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments