After a rise in Islamophobic abuse in the UK, the Conservatives have announced a number of measures to counter the attacks, including a £117 million security package for Muslim communities.
Government Allocates £117 Million for Security Measures
The previous Government pledged over £117 million to enhance security measures for Muslim communities in the UK after an increase in anti-Semitic and anti-Muslim hate crimes.
Home Secretary’s Assurance
Ex-Home Secretary James Cleverly previously announced that the funding would be utilized for installing security features to protect families, schools and community centers.
Hate Crime Surge
Hate crimes in the UK rose significantly since the Hamas attack, with the government being criticized for the lack of support towards Muslims.
651% Rise In Hate Crimes
During the first two weeks after the attacks, hate crimes rose by a staggering 651%, including 33 physical assaults on Jewish families and communities.
Rise in Islamophobia
Islamophobia reports have risen in London by 140% since the attacks, while the political parties have faced multiple allegations of discrimination towards Islam and anti-Semitism within their ranks.
£78 Million Pledge to Jewish Communities
It was announced that a pledge that would increase the security of Jewish communities, including schools and places of worship, worth over £78 million.
Response to Rising Hate Crimes
Ministers have strongly condemned the acts of hatred towards Jewish communities, urging the police to investigate the crimes.
Government’s Stance on Anti-Muslim Hatred
Cleverly categorically stated that anti-Muslim hatred “has no place in society”, pledging “reassurance and confidence to UK Muslims,” in the form of the £117 million security package.
Tory Party Under Fire
The pledge comes after the Tory Party has come under fire in recent months for alleged “Islamophobic” behaviour within its ranks, resulting in a suspended MP and calls for investigations.
Anderson’s Comments on Sadiq Khan
Former Tory MP Lee Anderson was recently suspended due to his comments regarding the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, arguing that Khan and the city of London were under the “control” of “Islamists.”
Echoing Braverman’s Comments
Anderson made his remarks after former Home Secretary Suella Braverman argued that “Islamists, extremists, and the anti-Semites” were in charge of the UK now.
Prime Minister Refrains From Labelling Anderson “Islamophobic”
Minister Oliver Dowden argued that Lee Anderson’s comments were “wrong” but not “intentionally racist” with both Dowden and Sunak refraining from labelling the comments as Islamophobic.
Sunak Denies Islamophobia Allegations
When pressed on the matter, Ex-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak responded to claims that his Party has an Islamophobia problem with the words “No, of course there isn’t.”
Hunt’s Pledge for Muslim Memorial
The pledge to support security in Muslim communities came after Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced the Spring Budget, which included a £1 million memorial for Muslim soldiers.
Chancellor Defends Memorial
The Muslim memorial, according to the Chancellor, is to “never forget the sacrifices made for our future,” regardless of colour or race.
Labour Questions Prime Minister’s Judgement
Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer has questioned the Tories’ judgement to make Anderson the Deputy Chair after multiple allegations of Islamophobia.
Starmer’s Stance on Anderson
“But what does it say about the prime minister’s judgement that he made Lee Anderson deputy chairman of his party?” said Sir Keir Starmer.
Sunak’s “Extremist” Address
After Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an address outside Downing Street to address what he called “Extremist” protests supporting Palestine, Starmer argued that Sunak has extremist problems of his own to address.
Starmer Tells Sunak to “Get a Grip” of Extremists
Starmer argued that the extremists lie within the Conservative Party and that Sunak needs to “get a grip” on them for dividing the British public since the Hamas attacks.
Balance the Books
The new £117 million security pledge to Muslim communities combined with the £1 million Muslim memorial is a clear attempt to prove they are treating antisemitism and Islamophobia with the same tenacity after concerns have been raised.
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