Fiyaz Mughal, initially considered for the role of the UK government's anti-Muslim hatred adviser, has withdrawn from being appointed after facing significant backlash and extremist threats. Reports highlighted concerns over Mughal's past associations and the government's commitment to tackling Islamophobia, led by Communities Secretary Michael Gove. Mughal stated the role was for 2 days/month. Following Mughal's withdrawal, speculation has arisen around Khalid Mahmood as the next potential advisor, despite controversies surrounding his affiliations with right-wing think tanks. The situation has sparked debate over the government's handling of the appointment and its broader implications for addressing Islamophobia.
Fiyaz Mughal says the anti-Muslim hate adviser role was for 2 days/month (24 days/year). He is giving interviews - including to Times Radio shortly - about why he withdrew from consideration. The government say he was not offered the role formally. https://t.co/XuCYG2jOCI
The adviser said to have been chosen by Michael Gove to tackle Islamophobia has questioned the government’s commitment to the issue, after quitting the role before it had even begun ⬇️ https://t.co/Cb9kgbb4vt
UK's next anti-Muslim hatred adviser quit over extremist threats Full story ⬇️ https://t.co/cC5CxdFI5e
Not quite accurate to say Imam Qari Asim was independent adviser on anti-Muslim hatred Rather, was announced as one of two advisers to work on the definition. Second adviser - legal expert - never appointed & nothing happened. Not a broader advice role https://t.co/2SLCcEzuVt
Fiyaz Mughal is about to appear on @skynews to talk about what went on with the job of anti-Muslim hatred tsar
.@khalid4PB is now the front runner to be the Government's Islamophobia advisor. From being a fellow at the right wing and Islamophobic think tanks Policy Exchange and Henry Jackson Society to accusations of bullying, racism and misogyny this is the sort of man the government… https://t.co/yzyNq2e5et
Appointmenting Fiyaz Mughal of @tellmamauk as an "Islamophobia" Czar fell at the first fence. He has declined the position. Journo @Abul_Taher claims it is because of "vile" threats from Islamists & the mythical "far-right". I can find Islamist bigots, but not from the… https://t.co/XbfkR4HfWV
🔴 SPECIAL INVESTIGATION Downing Street Backtracks on Appointing its Chosen Anti-Muslim Hatred Advisor Who Concealed Conservative Neo-Nazi Ties – After Byline Times’ Inquiries @NafeezAhmed reveals the inside story of Tell MAMA founder Fiyaz Mughal https://t.co/amtaToDG1d
After media reports on Friday that Fiyaz Mughal was a possible/probable appointee as an anti-Muslim hate adviser, the Mail reports he has withdrawn from being considered/appointed https://t.co/9EoqL8FNff
Anti-hatred tsar quits because of all the hate he got before he even starts the job in embarrassing blow for Communities Secretary Michael Gove https://t.co/LIXeyhO38U https://t.co/4OH9OT6M02
As the govt appoints Fiyaz Mughal of @tellmamauk & the @No2h8Crime awards to advise on "Islamophobia", an article from 2019 damns its followers. On line they are hate filled anti-Semites, racists & homophobes. One of the nominees for an award was an "internet troll who is known… https://t.co/aryJbKjdET