Peterborough Council Defends Sale of Hindu Temple Site to Islamic Mission

Peterborough City Council has defended its decision to sell a complex housing a Hindu temple, asserting the move is not unlawful. The council acknowledged that Hindu faith is a protected characteristic but argued this does not override its decision-making authority. The sale is intended to go to the UK Islamic Mission, with the council citing financial need as a key reason. Members of the local Hindu community have challenged the council's valuation of alternative premises offered to them. The Bharat Hindu Samaj is now pursuing a judicial review to overturn the council's decision.