UK to treat 'extreme misogyny' as terrorism - Telegraph | 18 Aug 2024 | Extreme misogyny in the UK will be treated the same as Islamist and far-right extremism under a new government plan aimed at addressing gaps in the country's counter-terrorism strategy, the Sunday Telegraph has reported. The move comes in response to rising violence against women in Britain. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has ordered a review of the strategy to combat violence against women and girls amid growing concerns that current legislation is too narrow, according to the paper. The updated guidance is expected to legally oblige teachers to refer pupils they suspect of extreme misogyny to the government's counter-terrorism program, known as "Prevent." Currently, teachers, healthcare professionals and local authority staff are required to make a referral to the program if they believe someone is susceptible to becoming radicalized.