London: Youth jail inmates converting to Islam for protection, easier lifestyle

London: Youth jail inmates converting to Islam for protection, easier lifestyle

Via the Daily Mail:
A third of inmates at one of Britain’s most notorious youth jails are Muslims and the religion is attracting a large number of converts.

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‘The popularity of the faith has surprised people. We are seeing a large number of inmates converting to Islam.'

He added: ‘There is a difference between mainstream believers and extremists, but the fear is that some in the jail are being radicalised.

'Others convert for protection or to have what they believe is an easier lifestyle.’

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