What Johnson said about an independent enquiry into Conservative anti-Muslim hatred

He didn’t dissent from Javid’s call for one. But we can’t find any evidence that he gave a specific commitment.

Azeem Ibrahim: In praise of James Cleverly

Cleverly can undercut perceptions of the party as being just for the rich and those born with a silver spoon in their mouths.

Mohammed Amin: I don’t like the term “Islamophobia”. But since we’re stuck with it, here’s my own definition.

I have intentionally used the structure of the IHRA definition of anti-semitism, since it has become an industry standard.

Interview. Johnson says that every member of his Cabinet must sign up to Britain leaving the EU on 31st October – deal or no deal

The front runner on extension, Scotland, that Islamophobia inquiry, wrestling naked with Hunt – and taking a Trollope to bed in Downing Street.

Fiyaz Mughal: Lewis genuinely cares – but the Party lacks transparency over its anti-Muslim problem. Here’s what it should do.

The final piece of our mini-series about anti-Muslim prejudice – and what the Government and Party should do about it.

Tom Wilson: How this Islamophobia definition would weaken the Government’s counter-terror strategy

The second in a mini-series of three pieces on this site about anti-Muslim prejudice – and what the Government and Party should do about it.

Mohammed Amin: How the Conservative Party should fix its Muslim problem

The first in a mini-series of three pieces on this site about anti-Muslim prejudice – and what the Government and Party should do about it.

Richard Walton: This Islamophobia definition would, if adopted by Ministers, pose problems for national security

The APPG’s formula could over time cripple the UK’s successful counter-terrorism strategy and counter-terrorism operations.

Mohammed Amin: It is time to abandon the word “Islamophobia”

It is damaged beyond repair by poor definitions, confusion and misuse. The term harms Muslims.

Hath not a Muslim eyes?

The Government should adopt a working definition of anti-Muslim prejudice and hatred. But it must be based on objective criteria, overseen by people we elect.

William Shawcross: May and Brokenshire must not let Scruton be hounded from his post

His long career evinces both a real understanding of issues such as antisemitism and a philospher’s willingness to change his mind.

Mohammed Amin: The toxification of politics threatens us all

The disease affecting Labour about Jews is now affecting the Conservatives about Muslims.

Munira Mirza: Critiquing Islamist fundamentalist practice is not an ‘attack on Muslim women’

Johnson’s critics who accuse him of Islamophobia are either confused or disingenuous. Their tactics harm mainstream Muslims.

Iain Dale: Anti-semitism – and how Corbyn is vanishing into the deep pit he has dug for himself

Plus: Mugabe wrecked Zimbabwe. Tommy Robinson – and how Batten is wrecking UKIP. Can Farage save it?

Martin Parsons: The Conservative Party is not ‘Islamophobic’ – and we should be wary of the term

A handful of ordinary members may let the rest of us down, but I have seen no sign that our Party systemically encourages anti-Muslim hatred.