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Islamophobia Soars Amid Calls for Government Action
10/2/2025
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- The government faces pressure to define Islamophobia as Muslim hate crimes account for nearly 40% of religious hate crimes.
- Communities Secretary Steve Reed said Labour may skip new laws, prioritizing free speech.
- Muslim leaders express disappointment as Islamophobic attacks rise since the Israel-Gaza conflict.
- Home Office data show a 25% rise in religious hate crimes, with 3,866 incidents targeting Muslims.
