Welcome to Bolton Interfaith Council

Working for trust and understanding between the faith communities

The Bolton Interfaith Council consists of representatives from all major faith communities in Bolton. We work in partnership with Bolton Council,Christian Churches, Bolton Council of Mosques, Bolton Hindu Forum and various groups from the voluntary and statutory sectors.
 
The Interfaith Council meets to discuss and resolve any issues that arise in the community. It also has a programme of ongoing events and activities in order to promote greater awareness, understanding and trust between different faith communities in Bolton.

Statement from the Bolton Interfaith Council

ENGLISH DEFENCE LEAGUE IN BOLTON

The proposed assembly or march in Bolton by the English Defence League is not welcomed by the Bolton Interfaith Council. The EDL seem to wish to promote racial tensions in the UK rather than improving them. Their aim seems to be to destabilise the town's community and family spirit. The Bolton Interfaith Council work in partnership with all faith and community groups to build a strong and cohesive community. We deplore any action that encourages people to break the laws on discrimination and equal opportunities. We support Bolton Council and the Greater Manchester Police in their efforts to prevent this type of inflammatory assembly in Bolton.
        

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