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Written question asked by Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 18 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Nesil Caliskan (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Community Relations: Religion

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps he plans to take to support cross-community interfaith work.

Answer

Interfaith relations are vital for strong, cohesive communities. Learning about different faiths and beliefs builds mutual understanding and contributes to community cohesion.

The government’s support for cross-community interfaith work is demonstrated by our continued support for the annual Inter Faith Week. We are working closely with the organisers of Inter Faith Week 2026 to ensure new audiences are engaged and grassroots cross-community initiatives are supported.

Our continued support for programmes such as Near Neighbours and Schools Linking means we are ensuring that local communities and young people continue to have opportunities to meet across differences, build understanding, and develop lasting relationships and friendships.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
900652
Session
2026-27
Transferred
Yes
Unstarred
Yes
Subjects
Community relations Religion