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Sikhism in Northern Ireland

For Sikhism specifically in Northern Ireland, see Sikhism in Northern Ireland.

Sikhism in Northern Ireland
Total population
389
Religions
Sikhism
Languages
English • Irish • Punjabi

Sikhism is one of the smallest religions in Northern Ireland with over 389 Sikhs in the country, making up 0.22% of the population.

There have been Sikhs in Northern Ireland since the late 1920s – many of them former members of the British Army.[1]

There are 2 gurdwaras: one in Derry and one in Belfast.[2][3]

There are reports of Sikhs feeling culturally isolated in Northern Ireland.[4] The exemptions for turban-wearing Sikhs to not wear a helmet in certain workplaces, which had applied to Great Britain for 20 years, when it would otherwise be required, were extended to Northern Ireland.[5][6]

Demographics

Historical Population of Sikhs
YearPop.±%
2001 219—    
2011 216−1.4%
2021 389+80.1%
Census data on the number of Sikhs in Northern Ireland began in 2001.
Hindus in Northern Ireland
Year Percent Increase
2001 0.012% -
2011 0.011% -12.6%
2021 0.020% +80.1%

See also

References

  1. ^ "Sikhism". Council for the Curriculum, Examinations & Assessment. Sikhism. Archived from the original on 23 April 2024. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
  2. ^ McGee, Elaine (28 January 2024). "Derry's Sikh temple given new lease of life". BBC News. Belfast: British Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
  3. ^ "GURU NANAK GURDWARA BELFAST". belfast.cylex-uk.co.uk. Cylex Local Search. 18 March 2021. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
  4. ^ Buttoo, Sanjiv (14 May 2009). "Why Indians 'need voice' in NI". BBC News. L: British Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
  5. ^ "Turban safety law extended to Northern Ireland". Belfast Telegraph. Belfast: Mediahuis. 15 May 2014. Retrieved 12 September 2024.
  6. ^ "Government overturns turban workplace rule". gov.uk. HM Government. 18 March 2021. Retrieved 1 October 2015.
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