One in six Britons think growth of Muslim population is ‘threat to UK culture’, study finds
Summary
A study found that one in six people in the UK see the growing Muslim population as a threat to UK culture, while most Muslims feel accepted and say the UK is a good place to be Muslim. The report highlights concerns about increasing hostility and the need for more interaction between Muslims and non-Muslims to reduce prejudice.Key Facts
- 17% of Britons strongly agree that growing Muslim numbers threaten UK culture.
- 73% of Muslims believe the UK is a good place to live as a Muslim.
- 52% of Britons think Muslims are as British as white non-Muslims.
- 63% of the public recognize prejudice against Muslims exists.
- 61% support government action to reduce anti-Muslim prejudice.
- More than half of Muslims (56%) experienced religious prejudice in the past year.
- People who regularly meet Muslims show higher acceptance levels.
- Older people (29% over 65) are more likely to view Muslims’ contribution negatively compared to younger people (16% of 18-24-year-olds).
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