Rights Group Replies to Letter from Peer

The Islamic Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has addressed a letter from John Woodcock, a controversial unelected member of the House of Lords, which contained baseless insinuations rather than specific allegations. Woodcock, previously an adviser on political violence, has a history of right-wing views and advocated for a “zero-tolerance approach” to pro-Palestine protests. In its response, the IHRC questioned the legitimacy of Woodcock’s claims and requested clarification on the capacity in which he wrote the letter. The IHRC’s concerns highlight the potential misuse of his parliamentary position in this context.

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