UK Government's New Definition of Extremism
The UK government has introduced a new definition of extremism to determine public funding and meetings, sparking criticism from various groups. The definition aims to protect democratic values and social cohesion, but has raised concerns about free speech and potential division in society.
Key Points
- New definition aims to combat extremism based on violence, hatred, or intolerance
- Government to assess far-right and Islamist groups against the new definition
- Critics argue the definition could fuel extremism and be inconsistently imposed
Pros
- Protects democratic values
- Enhances social cohesion
Cons
- Criticism from civic, political, and religious groups
- Concerns about potential stifling of free speech
- Risk of creating division in society