Thomas Skinner erupts 'illegal immigration is out of control' as BBC Strictly star rips into migrant crisis: 'I won't be cancelled!'

This time around, Mr Skinner let loose by sharing a bullet-pointed list of problems facing the population, as well as his suggestions on how they can be solved.

His rant comes amid a time when the government announced plans to house asylum seekers in military barracks, warnings that Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a £20 billion black hole in her next Budget, and when more than 8,000 illegal migrants have been arrested in a new clampdown.

Kicking off his lengthy social media post, Mr Skinner acknowledged that "pretty much all of us are fed up with what’s going on in the country right now" before going on to list the issues he felt were "wrong".

His first complaint centred on "people working harder than ever and still falling behind". He used the "ridiculous" cost of everyday items as well as other living costs as examples.

Second on his list were rising taxes while the quality of public services declined. "Nothing feels fair anymore. Go to any hospital in the country and see how overworked and underfunded it is," he added.

Elsewhere, Mr Skinner criticised the property market and how it is "impossible" for youngsters to get on the property ladder nowadays. He added that when "normal people" speak up on these issues, they're often met with ridicule.

"Just look at what the press tried to do to me," the Strictly star said. "All because I say it how it is and love my country."

The sixth point on his list focussed on the small boat crisis. "Illegal immigration is out of control. The system is broken and people feel unsafe, unheard, and taken for granted while they follow the rules. And it’s all coming out of our tax money," he fumed.

After providing his long list of gripes, Mr Skinner put his money where his mouth is and provided a bunch of possible solutions.

He pointed out that he's "building real local businesses that create real jobs for real people and create money for the local economy", as well as "trying to revive struggling high streets with ideas that I have to generate footfall and help local shops".

Mr Skinner acknowledged he's had previous run-ins with the law and is using his experience to speak to children in schools and youth clubs "about staying out of trouble" and "not making the same mistakes I did".

Addressing his illegal immigration complaint, Mr Skinner boldly insisted he no longer fears being "cancelled" by TV bosses. Instead, he wants to use his platform to call out the problems facing the nation.

He explained: "(I'll be) speaking openly on my platform about the illegal immigration problem without fear of being cancelled.

"A lot of people in the public eye are too scared, as they are afraid they will lose TV work. But it is a problem. I will speak up."

He concluded his social media post by signing off: "Look, I love this country and I believe in its people. I will back our businesses, our trades, our families, our future. I will fight for the UK.

"But instead of all the anger and hate a lot of people give each other online and in the media. Why don’t we all start having normal conversations? Just common sense, and let’s work together to start doing something about it.

"I want a better future for my kids, like 99 percent of the population does. So let’s start working together."

Before long, several of The Apprentice star's fans flocked to the comments to share their thoughts on his talking points, with many in agreement.

I get massive exposure from my messages on X. I feel like pretty much all of us are fed up with what’s going on in the country right now. So I’m gonna bullet point some of the things I feel are wrong. I’m also gonna put out a few things I’m trying to do to help!! These are my…

— Thomas Skinner ⚒ (@iamtomskinner) October 29, 2025

"It's inspiring to see you using your platform for change, Thomas," one X user began. "Addressing tough issues head-on is where real dialogues begin. Lets amplify those bullet points and solutionschange starts with shared ideas, and the right conversations can spark a movement."

"Legal migration is completely out of control too Tom," a second weighed in, before a third said: "You are a good man."

Meanwhile, a fourth echoed: "Everyone knows it, but most are too scared to say it out loud……Keep up the good work Thomas."

And a fifth added: "Very well articulated. Hard to see any other outcome than 'tough' now though, our politicians are not capable of changing anything. (for the better anyway)." (sic)