Record Number of Muslims Elected to UK Parliament Amid Rising Islamophobia
The Muslim Network announced that 25 Muslims, an increase from 19 in 2019, were elected to the House of Commons, the lower house of parliament.
Among those elected, 18 are from the Labour Party, four are independents, two are from the Conservative Party, and one is from the Liberal Democrats.
The outlet highlighted that Muslim voters' support for Gaza significantly influenced the election results, with five independent candidates, including four Muslims, securing seats.
With 3.4 million Muslims residing in the country, the election represents a significant milestone in the UK’s political landscape, showcasing the growing diversity and influence of Muslim communities in British politics.
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This report comes against a backdrop of a substantial rise in anti-Muslim hate incidents in the UK, as documented by Tell MAMA.
Their findings indicate a 335-percent increase in hate incidents over the past year, with a record number of 2,010 cases reported between October 2023 and February 2024. The majority of these incidents occurred in London and disproportionately affected women.
The surge in anti-Muslim sentiment coincides with protests in London against Israeli aggression on Gaza. Demonstrators have been calling for an end to UK support for the regime and demanding an immediate ceasefire. These protests have seen participation from both Muslim and non-Muslim communities.
Source: Agencies
