Sustained escalation' of anti-Muslim hate reported in London

London is facing a “sustained escalation” of anti-Muslim hate and prejudice, according to Tell Mama, a charity tracking incidents in the capital. Data cited by the group shows 1,031 hate and prejudice incidents reported to the charity between January and the end of June 2026—higher than the 1,028 incidents recorded across London for all of 2023. Tell Mama also reported an upward trajectory over time: 313 reports in 2021, more than doubling to 818 in 2022, and reaching a record 1,909 last year. Director Iman Atta said the “trajectory” from just over 300 reports in 2021 to nearly 1,100 in the first half of 2026 is “most alarming,” alongside repeat victimisation. Officials cited includes statements from Mayor Sadiq Khan and the Met, noting zero-tolerance and a 57% rise in positive outcomes for anti-Muslim hate crime over 12 months.