Analyzing the UK's Proposed Definition of "Anti-Muslim Hatred"

Christian Concern :  Yesterday, the proposed definition of ‘Islamophobia’ which has been kept secret for weeks, but has been shown to multiple sympathetic campaigners, was published by the BBC.

The government set up a working group to propose a definition earlier this year, and their work has been kept secret from the public.

The definition has shifted away from the term ‘Islamophobia’ which is a welcome change, but it still poses very significant problems for free speech.

The definition

The full proposed definition, which is now of ‘Anti-Muslim hostility’ reads as follows:

 “Anti-Muslim hostility is engaging in or encouraging criminal acts, including acts of violence, vandalism of property, and harassment and intimidation whether physical, verbal, written or electronically communicated, which is directed at Muslims or those perceived to be Muslims because of their religion, ethnicity or appearance.

“It is also the prejudicial stereotyping and racialisation of Muslims, as part of a collective group with set characteristics, to stir up hatred against them, irrespective of their actual opinions, beliefs or actions as individuals.

“It is engaging in prohibited discrimination where the relevant conduct – including the creation or use of practices and biases within institutions – is intended to disadvantage Muslims in public and economic life.”

No new definition needed

Read it all here.....