As flames consumed a historic London church just days ago, Keir Starmer remained mute. Yet, following a ‘security scare’ at a Manchester mosque, he quickly voiced concern and touted millions in taxpayer funds for Muslim sites – exposing the two-tier priorities plaguing Britain.
The disparity fuels outrage among those who see unchecked migration and government indifference eroding the nation’s Christian roots.
On Tuesday evening, a man carrying a knife, an axe, and a hammer entered Manchester Central Mosque during Ramadan prayers. Worshippers and staff swiftly intervened, preventing harm until police arrived. One suspect is in custody, with authorities seeking a second.
There was no suggestion that the suspect made any threats or confronted members of the congregation.
— Greater Manchester Police (@gmpolice) February 25, 2026
However, we understand the concern that this suspicious and concerning behaviour caused.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer responded promptly: “My thanks go to the volunteers and emergency services for their quick response.”
I am concerned to hear of the incident at Manchester Central Mosque last night. I know this will be worrying for Muslim communities, especially during Ramadan, a time of peace and reflection.
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) February 25, 2026
My thanks go to the volunteers and emergency services for their quick response.
We…
He then immediately touted, “We have provided up to £40m funding for additional security at mosques, Muslim schools and community centres, and will continue to act to ensure communities are able to live without fear.”
?KEIR STARMER IS OUTRAGED BY THEINCIDENT AT MANCHESTER MOSQUE
— Basil the Great (@BasilTheGreat) February 25, 2026
Meanwhile in London an entire Church burned down and he said absolutely nothing
£40 MILLION in new funding for Mosques
Tells you all you need to know pic.twitter.com/HQvv0lN0hH
This announcement comes amid a reported rise in anti-Muslim incidents, but critics point to the glaring silence on similar threats to churches.
Just two days prior, on February 22, a massive blaze gutted the derelict Kings Hall Methodist Church in Southall, West London.
Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters battled the inferno for hours, with most of the building – including the roof and upper floors – destroyed.
The cause remains under investigation, but as we previously reported, such fires fit a disturbing pattern of attacks on Christian symbols with little to no government response.
@Keir_Starmer
— Tony Meadows ?? ??????? (@TonyMeadows) February 25, 2026
Do you have any concern for the mysteriously large number of Christian Churches that are mysteriously and spontaneously bursting into flames – after remaining safe for centuries? pic.twitter.com/rZVpDQfFbz
Recent figures underscore the imbalance.
Recent figures show:
— Claire Adams (@claire_adams694) February 24, 2026
240 churches attacked.
Nearly 900 church robberies.
Around half of the 240 were arson attacks.
Now look at the funding.
UK has roughly:
40,000 churches
1,900 mosques
450 synagogues
Recent security funding works out at roughly:
£20,000 per mosque
£60,000… pic.twitter.com/mjYBVlTly0
After the cut off…
£60,000 per synagogue
£80 per site for churches (shared pot with Hindu and Sikh sites)
Two Tier Kier Strikes again!
These stats align with reports from the National Churches Trust, revealing over 9,000 crimes at UK churches in just three years, including vandalism and arson.
Local MP Afzal Khan, commenting on the mosque incident, said: “Just this week, the chancellor and home secretary announced more funding for protecting mosques, and this incident demonstrates once again why this funding is so vital.”
Yet, no equivalent urgency appears for churches, where attacks have surged without comparable protective measures.
Dr Wajid Akhter, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, praised the mosque’s response: “The professional and swift action of stewards and volunteers at Manchester Central Mosque has helped contain this incident from turning into a tragic one.”
Manchester City Council Leader Cllr Bev Craig added: “No one should have any fear in attending their place of worship… this is an attack by any other name on our Muslim communities who deserve to feel safe and be able to worship without fear.”
While such sentiments are valid, the selective amplification raises questions about equity. Churches, integral to Britain’s heritage, face destruction amid migration-driven tensions, yet receive scant attention.
This pattern extends beyond the UK. As detailed in our earlier coverage, churches in Canada, France, and the US have suffered similar fates, often linked to broader cultural clashes.
The government’s focus on one community while others burn signals a dangerous erosion of Britain’s foundational values. Taxpayers fund protections unevenly, leaving Christian sites vulnerable.
If Britain is to preserve its identity, leaders must address all threats equally – or risk watching the nation’s heritage reduced to ashes under policies that prioritize division over unity.
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