Desk: The influence of Muslims in British politics may increase in the coming days. This warning has been issued by the Muslim Council of Britain. According to the Council, the influence of Muslim voters may increase in 49 seats in the 2029 parliamentary elections. One reason for this is the decision to lower the voting age. The British government has decided to give voting rights to citizens as young as 16. Currently, Muslims dominate approximately 30 out of 650 seats in Britain. Of these, there are three seats where Muslim voters are more than 50 percent. If these 49 seats are added, the number will increase to around 79.
According to the 2021 census, there are 3.9 million Muslims living in Britain. Most Muslims live in cities like London and Wales. London Mayor Sadiq al-Sadiq also belongs to the Muslim community. 45 percent of the Muslim population in Britain is under the age of 25. According to the British government, the number of Muslims in Britain increased by 1.2 million between 2011 and 2021. Experts say that at this rate, by 2031, 50 percent of Britain will be Muslim, representing approximately 10 percent of the total population.
How will Muslims dominate, 3 points
- There are a total of 650 seats in the British Parliament. Currently, Muslims constitute more than 50 percent of the vote in three seats, and more than 20 percent in approximately 26. This means that Muslims have played a significant role in disrupting the electoral landscape in 29 seats. Muslims support the Labour Party. Currently, there are 25 Muslim MPs in the British Parliament.
- According to a report by the Muslim Council of Britain, if the 16-year rule is implemented, the number of Muslim voters in 49 constituencies will increase by 10,000. Last time, the margin of victory and defeat in these constituencies was less than 10,000. This means that Muslims will become dominant in these constituencies. Consequently, in 2029, there will be 78 seats where Muslims will decide the outcome.
- Muslim youth have become increasingly interested in Gaza Party leaders, or pro-Gaza leaders. Such independent candidates have won numerous council seats. It is believed that Gaza supporters may even reach Parliament in the future. 326 seats are needed to form a government in Britain.
