Ministers unveil plans to clamp down on extremists in Britain
The charity regulator's powers will be strengthened to close down charities that promote extremism.
Foreigners who plan to settle in the UK will be given “clear expectations” for integration - such as learning English.
Islamist hate preachers will also be stopped from entering Britain as part of proposals to tackle extremism in Britain.
Ministers will attempt to clamp down on extremist influences at charities and universities under fresh plans announced on Monday.
But Sir James Cleverly MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, said: “This is a Government that talks about extremism and division but is too weak to take the action actually required.
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"After the Gorton and Denton by-election it’s clear Labour would rather pander to the extremes than confront the difficult causes of growing separatism in Britain.
“As Kemi Badenoch made clear last week, people who come to Britain should join our shared national culture, not live apart from it.”
The Government’s social cohesion plan will include a confidential whistleblowing route for university staff to raise concerns.
The Charity Commission is to be given powers to tackle extremist abuse of the sector, including the ability to shut down charities and remove trustees.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said: "Charities are the lifeblood of our communities, and we will not allow extremists to hijack their good name.
“By giving the Charity Commission the teeth it needs to act fast and decisively, we will close the door on those who exploit charitable status to spread hate, and open a new chapter that gives the sector the protection it deserves."
“This is a vital step in our ongoing work of national renewal and a Britain built for all.”
The measures introduced will sit alongside a new consultation which will trial plans to automatically ban people with a criminal conviction for hate crime from serving as charity trustees or senior managers.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said: “We are clear-eyed about the forces that have been driving division and hate in our society.
"This plan heralds a patriotic renewal of our communities and the bonds within them - a driving mission for this Government.
“Communities don’t grow stronger and closer by accident – they need support to thrive.
“Investing in community groups and grassroots organisations that bring people together, reducing reoffending and making our streets safer, are important steps in that effort.”
