UK Government's New Extremism Definition Sparks Controversy Among Muslims

The communities secretary, Michael Gove, has identified three organizations that could potentially be considered extremist under the new definition of extremism in the UK: the Muslim Association of Britain, Cage, and Mend. Sadiq Khan, the Labour mayor of London, expressed concern that this new policy may drive some groups underground and increase divisions instead of reducing them. The government's new definition of extremism as "the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred or intolerance" will determine which organizations receive public funds and meetings with officials. This change comes after a rise in extremist disruption and criminality, including controversial pro-Palestinian protests in British cities.