PETITIONRejectedPetition · petition.parliament.uk
Prohibit acts of harm or violence justified by religious belief
It shall be unlawful for any person, group, or institution to engage in or promote acts of violence, coercion, or discrimination on the basis of religion. This includes incitement to religious hatred or the justification of harm toward others based on religious doctrine.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
Signatures
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 6/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 6/100,000
Background
Violence, coercion, or discrimination justified by religion must not be tolerated. This law ensures freedom of belief while prohibiting harm in its name. By holding accountable those who incite violence or hatred through faith, we protect all religions and promote mutual respect in a diverse society