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Launch of the Commission on Integration and Cohesion

Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Ruth Kelly, officially launched the Commission on Integration and Cohesion on Thursday 24 August 2006 in a keynote speech to an audience of race and faith stakeholders. Also speaking at the launch event, was Darra Singh, the Commission’s chair. 

Ruth Kelly said: 

“I believe it is time now to engage in a new and honest debate about integration and cohesion in the UK. If we are to have an effective, progressive response to these issues, then we must be honest about the challenges we face and be prepared to meet these head on with renewed energy and impetus.”  

To find out more about the launch please see links below.