Community Safety & Hate Crime

Police Scotland are investigating hate crime graffiti discovered at Edinburgh Central Mosque after xenophobic messages were spray-painted on its exterior walls. The incident highlights the continuing risk faced by mosques and the importance of proactive security measures such as CCTV coverage, lighting, monitoring, and staff awareness training.

An analytical overview of reported incidents affecting mosques and Muslim institutions across the UK, outlining emerging trends, key concerns, and implications for community safety.