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Minister reminded of responsibilities after Muslim Council of Britain appearance

The Government has a long-standing policy of non-engagement with the Muslim Council of Britain.

Evening Standard

Unacceptable to use grooming gang scandal to smear all Muslims – faith leader

Successive governments have followed a policy of non-engagement with the Muslim Council of Britain.

The Independent UK

Muslim Council of Britain to elect new leader

Successive governments have maintained polices of non-engagement with the organisation.

Evening Standard

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MCB leader: I was the first woman in the top job but I won’t be the last

Zara Mohammed recalled both excitement at the start of her tenure but also being dismissed by some outside commentators as ‘a puppet’.

The Independent UK

Sayeeda Warsi on leaving the Tories: ‘You have to recognise when a relationship is toxic’

She was Britain’s first Muslim cabinet minister – and has faced questions for years about why she was in the Conservative party. Yesterday, she resigned the whip. She explains why

The Guardian - UK

‘Quite shocking’ lack of government contact during UK riots, says MCB head

Zara Mohammed calls for review of Downing Street’s non-engagement policy with Muslim Council of Britain

The Guardian - UK

Fearful UK Mosques On Alert Over Far-right Protests

British Muslims voiced fear about far-right protests that have targeted UK mosques in recent days, as community leaders bolstered security at Islamic centres before more demonstrations planned for Saturday.

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‘Get rid of hatred’: Muslim chaplain invites protesters for burgers as mosques step up security

One Muslim leader has pledged to greet any protesters who wish to engage with the community with free food and calm discussion

The Independent UK

Mosques strengthening security amid ‘palpable fear’ over possible protests

Protests have broken out across the country since three young girls were murdered in a mass stabbing in a seaside town near Liverpool

Evening Standard

Three steps to mending relations with the Muslim voters who turned away from Labour in 2024

The success of independent candidates in the UK election has sent a strong signal to prime minister Keir Starmer that he should take seriously the sense of marginalisation and frustration among Muslim voters.

The Conversation

Fears of more far-right riots after thugs hijack horrific Southport stabbing

Grieving mother of seven-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe begged for a halt to the violence amid calls for action to stop more clashes

The Independent UK

Far-right exploiting Southport knife tragedy to attack Muslims, religious group warns

Muslim Council of Britain blames false information on social media for rioting outside Mosque

The Independent UK

Detectives given more time to question suspect; police promise further arrests over riot

There have been four arrests after violence in the town with Merseyside chief constable saying ‘more will follow’

The Guardian - UK

Peer accused of Islamophobia after claiming ‘radicals will take us over through power of the womb’

Exclusive: Leading Muslim groups are lodging official complaints to the House of Lords about Lord Pearson of Rannoch’s speech

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The Independent UK

Don’t use Muslims as ‘punching bags’ this general election amid Gaza attacks, parties urged

Call comes amid wider concerns about increased attacks on mosques in the wake of pro-Palestine demonstrations

The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: Michael Gove’s definition of extremism could have chilling effects on free speech

In today’s newsletter: Critics also claim the veteran Tory’s non-binding description of extremism could lead the far right to target non-violent community groups

The Guardian - UK

‘We’re a political punchbag’: Muslim Council chief baffled by MoD move to cut ties

Zara Mohammed says Tories ending relationship with leading, trusted Muslim body leaves a gap between the community and the government

The Guardian - UK

UK ministers and officials to be banned from contact with groups labelled extremist

New extremism definition to be published by Michael Gove is already being challenged by Muslim groups and experts

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The Guardian - UK

Revealed: legal fears over Michael Gove’s new definition of ‘extremism’

The communities secretary wants ‘trailblazer’ government departments to pilot a scheme to ban individuals and groups deemed extremist from public life

The Guardian - UK

Is Britain really in the grip of extremism or mob rule?

Rishi Sunak spoke of a ‘shocking increase in extremist disruption’ – but critics warn voices are being silenced and that the UK’s ‘pluralist tolerance’ is at risk

The Guardian - UK

Inter Faith Network headed for closure as Gove ‘minded to withdraw’ funding

Row over religious cohesion charity’s appointment of trustee with links to Muslim Council of Britain

The National (Scotland)

Who is Douglas Murray? Commentator sparks fury with Humza Yousaf comments

AUTHOR and journalist Douglas Murray has sparked fierce criticism following comments he made about Humza Yousaf.

Insider UK

C&C chief executive resigns following 'system challenges'

The group expects to take a €25m hit from the disruption at its Matthew Clark and Bibendum businesses

The National (Scotland)

Man behind Humza Yousaf 'safety' row donated £20k to Labour

A CAMPAIGNER who has claimed the Indian community would “not feel safe” if Humza Yousaf became first minister has donated £20,000 to Scottish…

The National (Scotland)

Top Muslim body in extraordinary caution to media after 'Council of UK' confusion

THE Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has issued an extraordinary statement making clear it has no links to the “unknown entity” of the Muslim…

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