Fact Check: Is It True That 75% of England’s Mayors Are Muslim?

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Claimant: Social Media


Claim: Seventy-five percent of England’s mayors are Muslim.


Rating: FALSE


Explanation: Only three of England’s 27 directly elected mayors are Muslim. There is no evidence suggesting anywhere near 75% of the country’s mayors are Muslim.


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Date: 02/18/2026


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Last Updated on February 18, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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