A solicitor in the Manchester arena bombing enquiry said that it’s “extraordinary” that the government had said it would be “inaccurate and inappropriate” to link a previously banned group to the attack.
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Thinking Muslim: Is the government trying to use its Prevent strategy to outlaw Islam?
In this interview, Dr Layla Aitlhadj speaks about the latest review of Prevent by William Shawcross, and the implications of the policy now and possibly in the future for the UK.

Trojan Horse Affair: When ‘facts’ are contested, who decides the truth?
The Trojan Horse Affair involved false allegations of an Islamist plot to take over Birmingham schools. This is a response to those attempting to have the final word.

Middle East Eye: What the Knowsley riot tells us about Suella Braverman and the Shawcross report
In the wake of the Knowsley riot, this article argues that the Shawcross review supported by Suella Braverman, has given permission to the far right.

Middle East Eye: Prevent review fulfils dreams of UK’s right wing media
The Shawcross review was applauded by the right wing media, and shows yet again how Muslims are being unfairly targeted in this country.

The Guardian: UK counter-terrorism report author accused of basing conclusions on ‘handful of cases’
William Shawcross, the counter-terrorism report author of a controversial review into the Prevent strategy has been accused of failing to do his job properly.

Middle East Eye: Shawcross Prevent review is a dangerous whitewash
The Shawcross Prevent review ignores ‘non-Muslim’ ideological violence, sending a problematic message to the British far-right, writes Dr Layla Aitlhadj.

The Canary: Human rights groups say Shawcross review ‘doubles down’ on Prevent’s worst parts
Human rights groups have loudly criticised the just-released independent review of Prevent, led by William Shawcross.

5 Pillars: Shawcross review prompts Muslim organisations to call for Prevent to be scrapped
The William Shawcross review of Prevent has prompted Muslim organisations to call for the controversial strategy to be scrapped.
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