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    The Guardian (ICM): Muslim Poll (June 2002)

    A telephone poll of Muslims in Britain focussing on issues relating to international conflicts, asylum and immigration, racism and the position of Muslims in Britain.


    Main relevant findings:

    • 72% of Muslims in Britain are fairly or very concerned about asylum and immigration into Britain. 
    • 35% have experienced hostility or abuse towards themselves or a family member because of their religion. 
    • 61% think that relations between Muslims and non-Muslims have deteriorated since September 11th. 
    • 41% think that the Muslim community in Britain needs to do more to integrate into mainstream British culture. 
    • 85% think there should be a new law banning discrimination on religious grounds.

    Find out more at: www.icmresearch.co.uk/reviews/2002/guardian-muslims-poll-june-2002.htm