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CEO Statement: “This definition sets an intent threshold that most discrimination cases cannot meet. Our casework shows that Muslims face bias, institutional barriers, and microaggressions that...

Islamophobia Cases Surge

PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Islamophobia Cases Surge 377% as UK Faces 'Systemic Crisis' in Religious Discrimination First Annual Report reveals 906 incidents, 100% tribunal success rate,...

Muslim woman walking on street in statement on challenging Islamophobia in the UK

Our work challenging Islamophobia in the UK will continue after appointment of British Muslim Trust

We’ll continue challenging Islamophobia in the UK after the government’s appointment of the British Muslim Trust as official reporting group.

Picture of Muslim man for article on increase in Islamophobia in the UK

IRU notes massive 763% increase in Islamophobic incidents in the UK in year of Gaza conflict

Our data shows a massive and sustained increase in Islamophobic incidents in the UK in the year after the Hamas-led attack in Israel.

IRU data shows sustained increase in Islamophobia in the UK from January to April 2024

Our latest data on Islamophobia in the UK shows a sustained increase in Islamophobia, with incidents involving children.

Picture of police lights in IRU statement on Southport killings

Southport killings and false Islamophobic narratives should be condemned along with far-right

Far-right mob violence post the Southport killings has distracted from the horrific loss of life and need for justice for the victims.

IRU calls on authorities to investigate police brutality on Muslim man at Manchester airport

We call on the Greater Manchester Police, Manchester Airport and all other relevant agencies to take action, so trust in police restored.

Michaela school prayer ban decision should be challenged to safeguard children’s religious rights

The Michaela school prayer ban is not a ‘landmark’, but the outcome should be challenged to assert Equality Act rights over school policy.

Picture of two Muslim women in statement on challenging Islamophobia from Islamophobia Response Unit on appointment of British Muslim Trust

IRU data shows increase in incidents of reported Islamophobia in the UK from October 2023 to February 2024

A breakdown of our data showing reported incidents of Islamophobia during this period, with two case examples of harm and discrimination.

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