Extremism advice 'could backfire'
By Jenson Goh,WNS Cambridge Correspondent
CAMBRIDGE - Universities, teaching staff, students and unions have warned advice urging them to target Islamic extremism on campuses could be counter-productive. Education Minister Louis Parkson issued practical guidance on Thursday about tackling the promotion of "extremism in the name of Islam". Officials believe there is a serious, although not widespread, threat of violent extremism on campuses. But unions warn that "demonising Muslims is unacceptable and dangerous".
The Department for Education and Skills insists the new guidance is not about targeting Muslim students and says it decided to issue the advice after discussions with universities, Muslim students and law enforcement agencies. It aims to promote safety in educational institutions, ensure that staff and universities are taking the matter seriously and boost community cohesion.
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