Cat Stevens converted to Islam many years ago and goes by the name of Yusuf. He, amongst many others in his community, works towards enlightening those who hold radical views.

Many are expected to buck at the thought of air travel but, I think, the closer to the date of the thwarted plots one travels, the relative safety one travels in because security would be stringent and in place. Thwarted attempts are proof of that.

After 7/7, we took to public transport the day after. For many, it is the norm of travel to work. And many did so with frayed nerves but the resolve to take back the streets and not be cowered is a one up against those who think they could stifle the freedom to do so and the peace with which it is done.

The UK, its big cities in particular, are multicultural societies. Much more than NY or LA. It would be a sad day if all went about by "Chinese whispers".

You can check out current news on Cat Stevens/Yusuf Islam at: www.yusufislam.org.uk