Statement about recent violent incidents in the City.

Leicester Secular Society condemns the recent violence promoted by religious extremists.

• We condemn those of any religion who seek to divide society, advocate for the domination of their religion and use violence against those with different beliefs.
• We believe that a truly secular city and county is the only way to guarantee equality to the many different religions and communities we have.
• We believe that the continued existence and further creation of faith schools in Leicester can only drive communities apart and encourage the growth of intolerance.
• We do not want to see any more segregation in Leicester. Belfast demonstrates the danger of a failure to promote inter community friendships. We don't ever want to see "peace walls" appearing in our city.

Since 1851, the Leicester Secular Society has opposed religious discrimination and stands for an inclusive and plural society.