As hate crimes against Muslims rise, govt urged to adopt new definition of Islamophobia in full

A long-awaited definition of Islamophobia is expected within weeks - and a former faith minister is urging the government to adopt it in full.

It is expected that the government will move away from the word "Islamophobia", instead replacing it with "anti-Muslim hostility".

But Lord Khan, who oversaw the start of the review into the definition, told Sky News the government must adopt the full new definition to tackle hate against Muslims.

Image: Lord Khan. Pic: PA

The Labour peer, who was faith minister until the September reshuffle, told Sky News: "I hope it's a clear definition which reflects the terms of reference which protects people, and it's clear.

"There's so many definitions out there, this is an opportunity to address the big problem in our communities.

"I would request an