Jenrick defends calling Handsworth 'worst-integrated'
Published: 10/7/2025

Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick defended his statement about Handsworth being one of the "worst-integrated" places. Labour Party leaders and Handsworth's Independent MP criticized his remarks, calling them irresponsible and reducing people to their skin color. Jenrick stood by his comments, emphasizing the need for integrated communities for a united country. Despite criticism, the authenticity of the recording has not been disputed, and Jenrick is set to address sentencing policy at the Conservative Party conference.