Closure of the Inter Faith Network

Early day motion 422, tabled 23 February 2024 by Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 15 members.

That this House deeply regrets the Government’s announcement that it will cut off funding to the Inter Faith Network; further regrets that this decision came despite new Government funding having been promised; notes with concern that islamophobia is rising and antisemitism in the UK is at the highest level on record; recognises the importance of inter faith dialogue at a time of heightened community tensions; further recognises the valuable work done by the Inter Faith Network and its branches around the country to bring communities together and nurture tolerance and understanding; further notes with concern that there is no organisation to take the Inter Faith Network’s place; and urges the Government to reinstate funding to the Inter Faith Network.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 7, Scottish National Party 5, DUP 1, Labour 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.