Sustained escalation' of anti-Muslim hate reported in London, charity warns

A charity says London has seen a “sustained escalation” of anti-Muslim hate and prejudice, warning the first six months of 2026 show more incidents than all of 2023. Tell Mama reported 1,031 hate and prejudice incidents in the capital from January to June, surpassing the 1,028 incidents recorded across all of 2023. The charity also highlighted a rising pattern: 313 reports in 2021, 818 in 2022, and a record 1,909 last year. Director Iman Atta cited the trend as “most alarming,” noting repeat victimisation and targeted anger. The Met said hate crime remains a core policing priority and reported a 57% increase in positive outcomes over the past 12 months.