New extremism definition unveiled despite concerns it could 'vilify the wrong people'

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

50% : Meanwhile, a coalition of Muslim organisations told Sky News they believed the definition "signals an attack on civil liberties by attacking law-abiding individuals and groups that oppose government policy by labelling them as 'extremist'".'High bar' for groups that fall foul of definitionDespite the criticism, the government believes the definition outlined today is narrower and more precise than the previous version published in 2011.
47% : However, because the guidance is non-statutory, it will not give police or other law enforcement powers and would only affect decisions around government engagement and funding.

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