Extremism, individual rights and the rule of law

In a speech today, David Cameron argued that state multiculturalism has weakened not strengthened our collective identity.

He described as a "wrong-headed doctrine" the idea that we should respect different cultures within Britain to the point of encouraging them to live separate lives.

He said it had had "disastrous results", having "fostered difference between communities".

David also spoke against the introduction of Sharia law, saying it could only act to undermine society, particularly at a time when more not less integration is needed.

And he said the big challenges facing the country are how we end state multiculturalism, enhance cohesion, promote opportunity and build a stronger society.

Posted 26/2/08

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