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No plan for Islamic law in Scotland, say ministers
Holyrood ministers have denied claims that there are plans to introduce Sharia in Scotland. The Scottish government said that Islamic law had “no jurisdiction” north of the Border, and rejected the prospect of a dual legal system.The denials came after a report yesterday that the body behind five Sharia courts in England was hoping to establish similar centres in Scotland. The Muslim Arbitration Tribunal (MAT) told The Scotsman that discussions were under way with lawyers and Muslim groups north of the Border. It is thought they intend to set up the courts in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Such a move would be highly controversial, as critics believe that Sharia discriminates against women. Baron McCluskey, one of Scotland's most senior legal figures, said it would be “daft” for a democratic country to adopt Islamic law.
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