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Rhetoric & Division

Former Archbishop Criticises Farage for Stirring "Anti-Muslim Feeling"

During an interview on LBC, former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams joined a growing chorus of religious leaders criticising Farage for using Christian identity as a tool for division. Williams accused the Reform leader of co-opting faith to stir "anti-Muslim feeling" during his campaign for re-election.

LBC August 20, 2026 London, UK
Key Facts / Evidence
  • 01Williams warned that Farage's rhetoric is "deeply damaging" to social cohesion.
  • 02The criticism follows Farage’s "Operation Fortress" announcement which linked immigration to national security.
  • 03Farage was accused of "political posturing" with religious symbols.

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