MUSLIMS IN BRITAIN

Early day motion 1079, tabled 12 March 2010 by Diane Abbott (Labour). Signed by 93 members.

That this House opposes the increased demonisation of Muslims in sections of the media; expresses its deep concern at the recent visit to the House of Lords by the far-right politician Geert Wilders; condemns the English Defence League demonstration outside Parliament in support of Geert Wilders and its slogans and placards inciting hatred, such as its demand for the closure of the East London Mosque, that will only lead to a climate of fear, division and disharmony; welcomes the participation and contribution of Muslims in British society, including in politics; and believes that the full participation of all communities in the forthcoming general election is in the interests of democracy.

Signatures by party: Labour 68, Liberal Democrat 13, Conservative 3, Plaid Cymru 3, Scottish National Party 2, Independent 1, Independent Labour 1, Respect 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.