Economic Downturn could lead to Terrorism: UK Home Office
In a leaked document, the UK Home Office warns that an economic downturn could lead to more people becoming terrorists.
A economic downturn in Britain could aggravate racial tensions and grievances that help to feed terrorist recruitment, according to a leaked government document.
The draft letter from the Home Office warned that a recession could create conditions likely to increase support for radical Islamist groups.
As jobs become more scarce, “we should expect increased public hostility to migrants,” said the leaked memo, entitled “Responding to Economic Challenges”.
“There is also a risk of a downturn increasing the appeal of far-right extremism and racism, which presents a threat as there is evidence that grievances based on experiencing racism are one of the factors that can lead to people becoming terrorists.”
