UK think tank and charity on equality, diversity, human rights and social inclusion.
Public misperception of net migration in Britain persists as official data shows a sharp fall in arrivals. Thinktanks warn that political rhetoric, not numbers, is shaping the immigration debate.
The British Muslim Trust reports more than 70 attacks on mosques in the past year, with violence, vandalism and online abuse. While the government has pledged up to £40 million for protective security, mosques say funding is arriving slowly or being denied without explanation, leaving communities fearful and waiting months for support. Other incidents include arson threats and a hate-driven backlash. The report and responses from Home Office stress ongoing processing, with calls to devolve funds to local areas.