Britain set to ditch plans for Islamophobia law Insiders tell the National move floundered even though Muslims are being attacked 'because of who they are'

October 16, 2025   

(National-UAE) A proposal to introduce new laws to protect Muslims from hate in the UK has resulted in a behind-the-scenes move to quash an official definition of Islamophobia being adopted, the National can reveal.

Speaking to people inside the room during high-level meetings, our investigation has found that ministers now believe introducing Islamophobia legislation risks reintroducing long-abolished laws on religious beliefs.

There has been vigorous debate within senior government ranks about bringing in new laws but the influential Morgan McSweeney, chief of staff to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is one of those who has come out in opposition.

As the frequency of attacks on Muslims living in Britain rose to exceed 3,000 hate crimes last year, the Labour government had promised new legislation to protect the community.

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