UK mosques advised to run lockdown drills amid fears of anti-Muslim attacks
Summary
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has issued new safety guidelines for mosques to prepare for possible attacks. These include lockdown drills, better security cameras, and stronger connections with local police, due to increased threats of vandalism and hate crimes against Muslim communities.Key Facts
- Mosques are advised to run lockdown drills and improve emergency plans.
- The guidance suggests mosques strengthen ties with local police and community members.
- Anti-Muslim hate crimes in England and Wales rose from 2,690 to 3,199 in the year to March 2025.
- Threats include graffiti, vandalism, arson attempts, abuse, suspicious people, and bomb threats.
- The framework suggests appointing safety officers and checking for security weaknesses like blind spots in CCTV.
- The MCB warns of potential violence during busy prayer times and after recent racist riots in parts of the UK.
- Muslim communities report high anxiety about attacks on mosques and homes.
- The guidance plans security improvements over three years in phases.
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