Written question asked by Lord Pearson of Rannoch (Non-affiliated) on Wednesday, 24 March 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 9 April 2021. It was answered by Lord Greenhalgh (Conservative) on Thursday, 8 April 2021 on behalf of the Home Office.
Religious Practice: Islam
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Williams of Trafford on 22 March (HL14054), whether they will now answer the question put, namely, what assessment they have made of any Islamist teaching in mosques in the UK; what assessment they have made of the number of Imams in the UK who cannot speak English; and what plans they have to require services in mosques in the UK to be conducted in English.
- Answer
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As outlined in our previous response, religious organisations and faith-based institutions may recruit religious leaders from overseas via our T2 Minister of Religion route. The Immigration Rules governing this category require applicants to demonstrate a strong command of the English language in order to qualify for a visa.
The Government will always protect people’s legitimate rights – for example, to free speech and to practise their religion within the law – but we cannot and will not shy away from challenging cultures and practices that are harmful. Whether through Islamism or any other ideology, the Government is committed to tackling those who spread views that promote violence and hatred against individuals and communities in our society, and that radicalise others into terrorism.
MHCLG continues to lead on broader matters of integration and faith, including on religious practice in communities.
Secondary information
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- Written question
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- HL14593
- Session
- 2019-21
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- Subjects
- English language Religious practice Islam Radicalism
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