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Title: Challenges Faced by Pakistani and Bangladeshi Origin Christians in the UK: A Decline in Numbers

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Introduction In recent years, the number of Pakistani and Bangladeshi origin Christians in England and Wales has witnessed a significant decline, as revealed by data from the 2011 and 2022 census sets. This trend has raised concerns and prompted inquiries into the factors contributing to this decrease. We asked Wilson Chowdhry, Chairman of United by Faith, about this decrease in numbers, he sheds light on several compelling reasons, ranging from changes in immigration policies to challenges within the church and societal shifts. Impact of Stricter Immigration Regulations One major factor contributing to the decline is the stricter immigration regulations imposed by the UK government between 2011 and 2021, particularly targeting international students. The elimination of appeal rights and the mandatory return of students to their home nations for course or module changes created hardships for many Pakistani and Bangladeshi Christians. Blacklisting of educational institutions for fraudul