A Muslim organisation has called on the Scottish Government to prevent the spread of extremist content after claiming “little is being done to stop” rising cases of hate crimes at mosques across Scotland.
It comes following a graffiti attack on the Edinburgh Central Mosque earlier this month.
An investigation has been launched by Police Scotland after the site on Potterrow was targeted with the words “leave Scot” and “get out of Scotland” in red spray paint.
Edinburgh Central Mosque said it was deeply concerned by the incident, while Muslim Engagement and Development (MEND) said attacks on mosques, including graffiti, vandalism and threats, are becoming increasingly common.
The organisation added that the attack in Edinburgh was “sadly one of many” in recent months, pointing to a wider rise in anti-Muslim hatred and the spread of extremist far-right content online.
It is not surprising that mosques are being attacked. Indigenous people do not want muslims in the UK. They do not belong here and they should all leave.