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17 December 2015
Today the Government published its long-delayed and controversial review into the Muslim Brotherhood. At no point did the authors of the review nor representatives of the government seek to ascertain the Muslim Council of Britain’s position, even though it has made assertions that are untrue and without foundation.
The MCB answers each of the assertions below.
And yes, in this great democracy of ours, we have also critiqued government policy when it comes to terrorism, so that we can all confront the threat. The best defence against extremism surely is one where civil society groups and others can critique and at times disagree with government policy. The last time we checked, this country of ours is unlike dictatorships and autocracies elsewhere.
Two Cabinet Ministers attended an MCB dinner in Spring 2010 and in 2011, the then Attorney General was the Chief Guest at an MCB Awards Ceremony. Of course, we would wish our relationship to be more stronger as critical friends, but we are acutely aware that ideologues with dubious links to Islamophobes and linked to the Conservative Party have consistently tried to discredit the MCB and prevent an independent, British Muslim organisation from engaging in the public space.
We will continue to put our case forward, in the interest of our community, and for the common good of our country.
The Muslim Association of Britain is a national affiliate of MCB and, like all affiliates, are encouraged to seek the common good and uphold the rule of law. We understand that they have made positive contributions in the fight against terrorism.
Many bigots have tried to label the Muslim Council of Britain as a foreign organisation. It is a shame that our loyalty and commitment to this country of ours continues to be questioned. We are concerned that the findings of this review is at risk of treading that path.
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