UK media bias against Muslims, says group that analysed 40,000 articles

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by Anealla SafdarMarch 9, 2026 at 11:37 AM

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A new report by the Centre for Media Monitoring, released on March 9, 2026, reveals widespread bias against Muslims in the UK media. The study, which analyzed 40,000 articles from 30 outlets, found that 70% associated Muslims or Islam with negative aspects. Almost half of the articles about Muslims in the UK contained a "high degree of bias." The report identifies right-wing media organizations like The Spectator and GB News as particularly problematic, citing negative coverage, generalizations, and misrepresentations. The organization suggests this biased portrayal contributes to negative public attitudes and impacts the lives of British Muslims, especially as anti-Muslim hate crimes rise in Britain.

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Manchester 30% Daily Mail 60% The Times 60% The Sun 60% The Telegraph 60% Jewish Chronicle 60% Daily Express 60% United Kingdom ×470% Rizwana Hamid 70% GB News ×280% The Spectator ×280% Centre for Media Monitoring ×290%

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