Islamic State mother Nicole Jack says ‘don’t sweep us under carpet’

(BBC) A British woman who joined the Islamic State group with her young children has said UK politicians should “open your minds” to allowing them to return.

Nicole Jack and her three daughters are currently being held in a detention camp in Syria alongside thousands of wives and children of IS fighters.

She said they are “out of sight, out of mind” and the UK government must not sweep them “under the carpet.”

The Home Office said its priority is to ensure the UK’s safety and security.

Ms Jack and her daughters — aged 12, 9 and 7 — are currently in Syria’s Roj camp, where Shamima Begum is also being held.

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