FOSIS Responds to 6 Point Plan to Tackle Terrorism

The Federation of Student Islamic Societies (FOSIS) in the UK and Eire today cautiously welcomed some of the proposals put forward by Communities Secretary Ruth Kelly.

Faisal Hanjra, spokesman for FOSIS, said today, “While some of the measures that have been put forward today are useful it is unfortunate to note that the government has still not taken any significant measures to address the root causes of terrorism.

Issues surrounding foreign policy, civil liberties and the general conduct of the government during the ‘war on terror’ are issues which significantly impact on young British Muslims and it is important for the government to recognise that.”

FOSIS reiterates its call for an enquiry into the causes of 7/7.

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Notes:

1. FOSIS (est. 1963) is the umbrella organisation of student groups in colleges and universities throughout the UK and Ireland, representing over 90,000 Muslim students.
2. For more information please contact FOSIS media on 07930991950, email media@fosis.org.uk or alternatively visit our website www.fosis.org.uk