Sikhism in Northern Ireland

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.

There are 2 gurdwaras: one in Derry and one in Belfast.

There are reports of Sikhs feeling culturally isolated in Northern Ireland. 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.

Demographics

+Sikhs in Northern Ireland Year Percent Increase 2001 0.012% - 2011 0.011% -12.6% 2021 0.020% +80.1%

Sikhism in Northern Ireland

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