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Rights Watch UK has challenged the appointment of Lord Carlile as Independent Reviewer, arguing that having previously expressed strong support for the Prevent strategy and dismissed criticism of it, he cannot be condsidered truly independent.

The Centre's goal is to promote fair and responsible reporting of Muslims and Islam, by engaging constructively with the media and empowering communities to make a change, says the MCB.

Seven pro-democracy activists were arrested after attending a non-violent training workshop in Maldives, which included sessions on strengthening civil society coalitions, engaging with the public, conducting advocacy and improving communications.

UN experts call on UK Government to refrain from applying security and terrorism-related legislation to prosecute peaceful political protesters and critics of State policy who are engaged in non-violent expression, protest and political advocacy.