The APPG on British Muslims definition of Islamophobia from the report Islamophobia Defined - Find a freedom of information request

Request

(1) Has the council adopted the APPG on British Muslims definition of Islamophobia from the report Islamophobia Defined? The definition in question is: 'Islamophobia is rooted in racism and is a type of racism that targets expressions of Muslimness or perceived Muslimness'.

(2) If yes, when was it adopted and was it following a unanimous vote? An indication of the votes for and against would be helpful.

(3) Please can you share any minutes of meetings from the discussion of the definition prior to the vote, in the event it was adopted, or rejected subsequently.

(4) Has the council also adopted the IHRA working definition of antisemitism?

Decision

I can confirm that the information requested is held by Lincolnshire County Council. I have detailed below the information that is being released to you.

(1-3) Lincolnshire County Council has not adopted the APPD on British Muslims definition of Islamophobia.

(4)The council has adopted the IHRA definition of antisemitism which is referenced in the Diversity and Inclusion policy

https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/employment-policies/diversity-inclusion-policy/6

Reference number
FOI 6412385
Date request received
20/03/23
Date of decision
18/04/23