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Caroline Cox, Baroness Cox

British politician (born 1937)

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Nov 23, 2025
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What powers do Sharia councils and tribunals have in England and Wales?

Sharia councils and tribunals in England and Wales operate as religious or arbitration bodies that offer guidance and settle some civil or family disputes for Muslims, but they do not possess formal l...

Nov 18, 2025
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Are there any notable cases where UK law and Sharia Law have intersected in family courts?

UK family courts have repeatedly dealt with the consequences of religious (including Sharia) agreements rather than formally enforcing Sharia courts: Sharia councils operate as non‑binding advisory bo...

Jan 20, 2026

How does the UK's Arbitration Act 2025 apply to Sharia law?

The core legal principle is clear from UK reporting: religious arbitration, including fora calling themselves “Sharia councils” or Muslim Arbitration Tribunals (MATs), can operate only within the fram...

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