Islamophobia
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant to the answer of 15 January 2026 to Question 103696, how any proposed non statutory definition of anti Muslim hatred or Islamophobia may be used by public authorities outside the criminal justice system.
Answered by Miatta Fahnbulleh
Ministers are taking the time to review and consider the independent Working Group’s advice before confirming next steps in due course.
As per the Working Group's Terms of Reference, a definition could provide the government and other relevant bodies with a greater understanding of unacceptable treatment and prejudice against Muslim communities.
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