More than Half of British Muslims Faced Prejudice Last Year, Study Finds

More than half of British Muslims faced prejudice last year, study finds

A new study by government-funded organisations has found that anti-Muslim prejudice remains deeply embedded in British society, with more than half of Muslims experiencing hostility or discrimination in the past year. The research was commissioned by the British Muslim Trust and carried out in partnership with British Future. Yet despite these challenges, the study found […] The post More than half of British Muslims faced prejudice last year, s…

Most Brits think UK Muslims face prejudice, survey finds

Polls and data Most Brits recognise that Muslims face prejudice and back efforts to stop it An anti-racism demonstration in Belfast on 13 June 2026, following rioting in the city. Photograph by Paul Faith/AFP/Getty Images Some 61% support government action against anti-Muslim prejudice, suggesting Tory pledge to scrap equality duty is out of step with public mood Anita MureithiReporter 15 June 2026 Most British people recognise that Muslims in …