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Written question asked by Paul Rowen (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 29 May 2009, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 3 June 2009. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Wednesday, 3 June 2009 on behalf of the Home Office.


Community Relations: Islam

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what recent discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government on the effect on the Muslim community of the Government's counter-terrorism strategy.
Answer

My Department and the Department for Communities and Local Government regularly discuss aspects of Contest including how to involve all communities in contributing to its success. Strong and empowered communities are better equipped to effectively reject the ideology of violent extremism, isolate apologists for terrorism and provide support to vulnerable individuals and institutions.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
493 c556W; 277863
Session
2008-09
Subjects
Community relations Islam
Link
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