Written question asked by Gareth Thomas (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 May 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 May 2003. It was answered by Baroness Hughes of Stretford (Labour) on Thursday, 15 May 2003 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what change there has been in the incidence of attacks on mosques in the last three months; and if he will make a statement. - Includes figures.

Answer: Mr. Gareth Thomas: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what change there has been in the incidence of attacks on mosques in the last three months; and if he will make a statement. [112241] Beverley Hughes: According to police figures, between 14 February and 26 March there were eight recorded instances of attacks on mosques, resulting in each case in minor criminal damage. Since 26 March there have been only two further recorded instances of criminal damage to mosques.

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