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# Muslim Council of Britain

Representing British Muslims

## Insights

- [Insights](https://mcb.org.uk/insights/) - Read the latest news and updates from local British Muslims and their wider communities, in MCB Insights.
- [FAQs: Places of Worship Protective Security Scheme](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs-places-of-worship-security-2022-23/) - On 19 May 2022, the UK Government announced that applications for the 2022/23 round of the Places of Worship Protective Security Fund are now open. Additionally, due to the high threat of hate crime faced by Muslim communities, this year’s announcement included specific new measures regarding (a) security guards at mosques and (b) widening the
- [Muslims named in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-named-in-the-kings-birthday-honours-list/) - British Muslims were named in the King’s Birthday Honours List The Muslim Council of Britain congratulates all who have been named for 2023, especially those from the Muslim and minority ethnic communities. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the MCB, said: "We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all those recognised on the King's Birthday Honours list.
- [Muslims Recognised in the 2026 New Years Honours List](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-recognised-in-the-2026-new-years-honours-list/) - The Muslim Council of Britain highlights the dozens British Muslims recognised in the 2026 New Years Honours List. The honours system recognises people who have committed themselves to serving and helping Britain, and who have made achievements in public life. Maswood Ahmed, Deputy Secretary General of the MCB, said, “From volunteering at Glasgow Central Mosque
- [MCB Statement: Autumn Budget Impact for Low & Middle Income Families](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-budget-announcement-impact-for-low-middle-income-families/) - Today's Autumn Budget announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves brings some welcome steps for British people struggling in the current economy, we particularly welcome the scrapping of the two-child cap, which has long deepened hardship for many working-class families. Scrapping the two child cap means the policy will result in an estimated reduction of child poverty
- [MCB Calls for Urgent Action for Filton 24 Activists on Hunger Strike](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-urgent-action-for-filton-24-activists-on-hunger-strike/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) expresses its deep concern regarding the deteriorating condition of the Filton 24 activists, some of whom are currently engaged in a hunger strike in UK prisons. The MCB unequivocally asserts the fundamental human and legal rights of all prisoners, especially those held on remand without conviction. The dignity and
- [MCB Warns Against Lack of Transparency And Watering Down Of Islamophobia Definition](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-mcb-warns-against-lack-of-transparency-and-watering-down-the-definition-of-islamophobia/) - Responding to the leaked proposals around a non-statutory working definition of Islamophobia, Dr Wajid Akhter, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: “The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply concerned that the Government is considering watering down the suggested definition recommended by its own working group. Instead, they seem to be considering a
- [MCB Statement: Palestinians Killed in Israeli Strikes Violating Ceasefire](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-palestinians-killed-in-israeli-strikes-violating-ceasefire/) - The MCB is calling on the government and international community to hold Israel to account for violating the agreed ceasefire conditions and for the increasing brutal violence inflicted on Palestinians in recent days. Gaza’s health ministry has reported that more than 300 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire came into effect, an average of
- [MCB Shares Regional Townhalls Findings](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-shares-regional-townhalls-findings/) - The MCB is pleased to share the Regional Townhalls Findings here. British Muslim communities have transformed since the MCB was founded in 1997 — more diverse, more confident, and more connected. Our Regional Townhalls showed just how many different challenges our communities face and we’re grateful to everyone who spoke honestly and openly. Here in
- [MCB Statement on the Bondi Beach Massacre](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-the-bondi-beach-massacre/) - The MCB expresses its deep sorrow and shock following the horrific mass shooting that occurred at Bondi Beach, Sydney. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those injured in this act of violence, particularly those from the Jewish community who were targeted while celebrating the start of Hanukkah. There can be no
- [MCB Calls for A Humane Approach to Government's Asylum and Returns Policy Reforms](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-a-humane-approach-to-uk-governments-asylum-and-returns-reforms/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is concerned by the detrimental effects the new asylum and returns reforms announced by the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will have on refugees and asylum seekers. The reforms as highlighted by migration campaigners and some politicians undermine Britain's role as a country that provides protection for those in real need.
- [MCB Statement: Archbishop of York Speaks Bold Truth On Genocidal Acts by Israel](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-archbishop-of-york-speaks-bold-truth-on-genocidal-acts-by-israel/) - The Archbishop of York’s statement at Lambeth Palace yesterday on the Palestine-Israel issue offers a ray of light and hope in the face of institutional silence on the humanitarian disaster in Gaza and ongoing ethnic cleansing of the West Bank. His words echo that of the UN Commission of Inquiry who, in September, found genocidal
- [FAQs: Protective Security for Mosques Scheme](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs-protective-security-schemes-for-places-of-worship/) - The UK Government offers funding support for vulnerable places of worship, including mosques, for physical protective security measures (e.g CCTV, alarm systems and secure gates, fencing, windows and doors etc) and/or security guarding services (e.g. visible security guards). Official scheme website related to mosques is here: www.gov.uk/guidance/protective-security-for-mosques-scheme The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) provides the
- [Home Office Briefing: Recommendations for Urgent Improvements to the Protective Security Mosques Scheme](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-home-office-briefing-recommendations-for-urgent-improvements-to-the-protective-security-mosques-scheme/) - Urgent Improvements Needed to Protective Security for Mosques Scheme Following the Prime Minister's announcement last Thursday 23 October of a funding boost to the Protective Security for Mosques Scheme, the Muslim Council of Britain has sent an updated briefing paper with urgent recommendations to the Home Office for improving the scheme based on feedback captured
- [MCB Statement: Unfolding Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-unfolding-humanitarian-crisis-in-sudan/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is calling for urgent international action following the unfolding humanitarian crisis in El Fasher, the capital city of North Darfur in Sudan. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia have reportedly carried out a series of executions of innocent civilians, including journalists, humanitarian aid workers and children. The fact that mass
- [MCB welcomes UK government £10m pledge for mosque safety, urging action on addressing root causes](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-10m-pledge-for-mosque-safety-urging-action-on-addressing-root-causes/) - MCB welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement today following his visit to Peacehaven Mosque of a £10m pledge commitment to protecting Muslim communities and mosques following the rise of anti-Muslim hate attacks. "The boost to the Protective Security for Mosques Scheme is long overdue and welcome following today's visit to Peacehaven Mosque. However, the Government
- [Right-Wing Agendas Define Islamophobia Debate: Muslims Pay the Price](https://mcb.org.uk/right-wing-agendas-define-islamophobia-debate-muslims-pay-the-price/) - The riots across England and Northern Ireland in 2024 and the rise in tensions across the UK in the Summer of 2025 were stark reminders that British Muslims are subject to record levels of pervasive hatred and discrimination. The Government’s appointment of an independent working group in March to explore a definition of Islamophobia –
- [Chris Ward MP Visits Peacehaven Mosque in Aftermath of Arson Attack ](https://mcb.org.uk/chris-ward-mp-visits-peacehaven-mosque-in-aftermath-of-arson-attack/) - On Friday 10th October, the Muslim Council of Britain joined the Muslim community at the Peacehaven Community Centre & Mosque for the first Friday Jumuah prayer since the tragic arson attack took place. Local Member of Parliament Chris Ward (Labour MP for Brighton Kemptown & Peacehaven) visited the mosque for the first time to see
- [MCB: One Child Groomer Is One Too Many - Communities Must Unite for Stronger Safeguarding](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-one-child-groomer-is-one-too-many-communities-must-unite-for-stronger-safeguarding/) - Assistant Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain, Dr Naomi Green, said: "We welcome today’s sentencing of Rochdale's Mohammed Zahid and his accomplices, found guilty of group-based child sexual exploitation. Justice has been served. One groomer is one too many, and every perpetrator must be held fully accountable. The Muslim Council of Britain has always
- [MCB Responds to Ceasefire in Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-ceasefire-in-gaza/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) cautiously welcomes news of a ceasefire and hostage deal, bringing a moment of respite to millions who have endured unimaginable suffering. But let us be clear, this ceasefire comes after months of devastation and the mass killing of civilians in what human rights experts have described as a genocide.
- [Visit My Mosque 2025: Flying Our Flags for Friendship – Telling Our Stories ](https://mcb.org.uk/visit-my-mosque-2025-flying-our-flags-for-friendship-telling-our-stories/) - “Our Stories is about showing that being Muslim and being British are not separate identities, they are part of the same story.” – Dr Wajid Akhter, MCB. [London, UK – 29TH September 2025] – Around 150 mosques across the UK will open their doors to the public this October as part of Visit My Mosque
- [The MCB Writes to Shabana Mahmood, Home Secretary](https://mcb.org.uk/the-mcb-writes-to-shabana-mahmood-home-secretary/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has wrote to The Rt Hon Shabana Mahmood MP, the UK Home Secretary in regards to the Peacehaven Islamophobic Mosque Arson Attack, which recently took place. Find the letter below: [ENDS] Notes to editors: 1. For all media enquiries, contact: media@mcb.org.uk
- [MCB Condemns Arson Attack of East Sussex Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-arson-attack-of-east-sussex-mosque/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is profoundly shocked and alarmed by the Islamophobic arson attack on a mosque in Peacehaven, East Sussex, carried out while people were still inside. It follows a disturbing pattern of violence and intimidation: just last week, an Imam was stabbed in Hounslow, while mosques across the country have faced
- [MCB Statement on Fatal Manchester Synagogue Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-fatal-manchester-synagogue-attack/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply concerned by reports of a violent attack at a synagogue in Manchester today on the holy day of Yom Kippur. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and the Jewish community at this difficult time. That this incident has taken place on Yom Kippur, the
- [Deputy PM Angela Rayner's Resignation](https://mcb.org.uk/deputy-pm-angela-rayners-resignation/) - Angela Rayner’s short tenure as Communities Secretary and Deputy Prime Minister has been underwhelming. We have seen slow movement on housing reform, a lacklustre response to last summer’s riots, and a rejection of the widely accepted APPG definition of Islamophobia replaced instead with a confusing and drawn-out MHCLG-led consultation. For the Muslim Council of Britain,
- [MCB Statement on the Recognition of a Palestinian State](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-the-recognition-of-a-palestinian-state/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes reports that the Prime Minister is preparing to formally recognise the State of Palestine. For decades, Palestinians and their allies have called for this recognition, and today we acknowledge this long-overdue step towards justice. Yet recognition alone cannot end the suffering of millions of Palestinians. The right to statehood
- [Brutal Racist Attack in Oldbury a Wake-Up Call, Says MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/brutal-racist-attack-in-oldbury-a-wake-up-call-says-mcb/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is horrified by the brutal attack on a young Sikh woman in Oldbury. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim, her family, and the Sikh community, and we urge anyone with information to come forward and assist the police investigation. This crime comes amid a climate where far-right
- [MCB Calls on Britons to Challenge the Narrative of Hate](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-on-britons-to-challenge-the-narrative-of-hate/) - At the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), we are deeply concerned about the rise in hateful rhetoric that seeks to divide our society. At moments like this, all Britons need to stand firm against intolerance and build a better, united future. As one reminder puts it: “We can do well in this country. We will
- [Will UK Leaders Confront Herzog on Gaza Atrocities or Settle for Photographs, says Muslim Council](https://mcb.org.uk/will-uk-leaders-confront-herzog-on-gaza-atrocities-or-settle-for-photographs-says-muslim-council/) - Commenting on Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to the UK today, Dr Wajid Akhter, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: “As President Herzog visits the UK, we ask: will our elected leaders merely pose for photographs while his government continues illegal annexation of the West Bank and presides over the genocide in Gaza
- [Racist Attack Against the South Essex Islamic Centre](https://mcb.org.uk/racist-attack-against-the-south-essex-islamic-centre/) - Commenting on the attack of the South Essex Islamic Centre, Dr Wajid Akhter, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: "The South Essex Islamic Centre in Basildon has been vandalised, which is another shocking reminder of the wave of racist attacks targeting mosques across Britain. Hate does not exist in a vacuum. Years of
- [Hindutva Flags in Leicester Raise Alarm](https://mcb.org.uk/hindutva-flags-in-leicester-raise-alarm/) - Reports have emerged of Bajrang Dal and other Hindutva-associated flags being displayed at a recent celebration in Leicester, sparking concern within local communities. Given the findings of the new report into the 2022 unrest, authored by the UK Indian Muslim Council (UKIMC) and the Community Policy Forum – which highlighted intimidation fuelled by Hindutva extremism,
- [Muslim Women Are More than Just Political Punchlines for Headlines -  MCB Responds to Reform UK Gimmick](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-women-are-more-than-just-political-punchlines-for-headlines-mcb-responds-to-reform-uk-gimmick/) - Commenting on the recent political gimmick by Reform setting up 'Reform for Women,' Dr Naomi Green, MCB Assistant Secretary said: "This so called “Reform for Women” conference claimed to speak for women, but it sounded more like an exercise in dusting off old tropes and dog-whistle politics. It centred on the tired narrative of “saving
- [One Year On: Honouring the Victims, Remembering the Riots, and Rebuilding Community](https://mcb.org.uk/one-year-on-honouring-the-victims-remembering-the-riots-and-rebuilding-community/) - One year ago, the horrific murder of three young girls in Merseyside - Bebe King, Alice Da Silva Aguiar, and Elsie Dot Stancombe - was followed by one of the worst surges of racist and Islamophobic violence seen in recent British history. Fuelled by online disinformation, algorithm-driven social media feeds, and inflammatory rhetoric by some
- [Symbolic Recognition of Palestine is Long Overdue, but not a Replacement for Trade Embargo and Ceasing Military Support to Israel](https://mcb.org.uk/symbolic-recognition-of-palestine-is-long-overdue-but-not-a-replacement-for-trade-embargo-and-ceasing-military-support-to-israel/) - After many decades of calling for the UK to recognise the State of Palestine, today’s announcement by Sir Keir Starmer is long overdue. However, the conditional nature of today's announcement is at odds with the Government’s stated position that “statehood is the inalienable right of the Palestinian people.” “The rights of the Palestinian people, both
- [Solidarity with Palestinian Christians in West Bank and Gaza, as genocide in Gaza continues](https://mcb.org.uk/solidarity-with-palestinian-christians-in-west-bank-and-gaza-as-genocide-in-gaza-continues/) - We express solidarity with Palestinian Christians - amongst the world’s oldest Christian communities - following this morning’s Israeli missile strikes on the Holy Family Catholic Church in northern Gaza, which has killed two women and injured seven, including the Parish priest Father Gabriel Romanelli. Moreover, in recent weeks, Palestinian Christians in the West Bank have
- [Reporting of Islamophobic Hate Crime: Transparency & Trustworthiness Will be Key](https://mcb.org.uk/reporting-islamophobic-hate-crime-transparency/) - Commenting on today’s announcement by MHCLG that following a competitive bid process, the British Muslim Trust - a collaboration between Aziz Foundation and Randeree Charitable Trust - has been awarded grant funding to monitor Islamophobic hate crimes and incidents in England, Dr Naomi Green, Assistant Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), said: “Muslims
- [MCB Slams Muted Silence on Genocide While Outrage Mounts Over Protest](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-slams-muted-silence-on-genocide-while-outrage-mounts-over-protest/) - Commenting on the proscribing and banning of Palestine Action and the media frenzy surrounding events at Glastonbury, Mustafa Al-Dabbagh, MCB Assistant Secretary-General said: “Whilst we consistently advocate for protest to remain within the law, the government’s decision to proscribe Palestine Action is deeply alarming and sets a dangerous precedent for civil liberties in the UK.
- [New Poll Shows British Muslims Overwhelmingly Oppose Assisted Suicide Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/new-poll-shows-british-muslims-overwhelmingly-oppose-assisted-suicide-bill/) - A new poll reveals overwhelming opposition among British Muslims to the legalisation of assisted suicide, ahead of a critical vote on the Assisted Suicide Bill The survey, conducted by Whitestone Insight on behalf of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), involved 751 British Muslims sampled between 9th and 11th June 2025. The findings highlight the
- [Starmer be Warned, do not drag Britain into war like Blair did in Iraq](https://mcb.org.uk/starmer-be-warned-do-not-drag-britain-into-war-like-blair-did-in-iraq/) - The recent announcement by the Prime Minister to deploy additional Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter jets and refuelling aircraft to the Middle East stands in direct contradiction to the UK’s stated aim of “de-escalation”. Commenting on this news, Mustafa Al Dabbagh, Assistant Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: “Sir Keir Starmer seems to
- [MCB Welcomes CSE Inquiry, Urges Evidence-Led Approach Over Scapegoating](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-cse-inquiry-urges-evidence-led-approach-over-scapegoating/) - Commenting on the launch of the Casey report, MCB Secretary-General Dr Wajid Akhter said: "The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the Prime Minister’s announcement of a statutory inquiry into Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and stands firmly with the victims of these horrific crimes. We urge that the inquiry address the full scope of CSE, including
- [Queen's Birthday Honours List 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/queens-birthday-honours-list-2020/) - The honours system recognises people who have committed themselves to serving and helping Britain, and who have made achievements in public life.
- [Israel’s Iran Attack Is the Act of a Genocidal Regime Dragging the World Towards Catastrophe - UK Must Act Now](https://mcb.org.uk/israels-iran-attack-is-the-act-of-a-genocidal-regime-dragging-the-world-towards-catastrophe-uk-must-act-now/) - The Muslim Council of Britain condemns in the strongest possible terms Israel’s latest military strikes on Tehran, which have seen residential areas engulfed in flames and civilians once again paying the price. These attacks mark a dangerous escalation in a months-long campaign of unchecked aggression led by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who remains the
- [MCB Welcomes British Government's Sanctions Of Far-Right Israeli Ministers](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-british-governments-sanctions-of-far-right-israeli-ministers/) - Mustafa Al Dabbagh, MCB Assistant-Secretary-General, said: "The Muslim Council of Britain cautiously welcomes this overdue travel ban and assets frozen of Israeli far-right ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over their culpability in Gaza. However, it arrives in the wake of immense suffering and loss of life, where over 55,000 Palestinians have been killed. We
- [Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Yet Another Attack on Sacred Al-Aqsa Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-yet-another-attack-on-sacred-al-aqsa-mosque/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) condemns the storming of the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque compound by Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, accompanied by government officials, Knesset members, and over 1,500 extremist settlers on Monday, 26 May 2025. This brazen assault on Islam's third-holiest site represents a violation of international law and a deliberate
- [Lives Not Knives: Muslim Council of Britain Supports Knife Crime Awareness Week](https://mcb.org.uk/lives-not-knives-muslim-council-of-britain-supports-knife-crime-awareness-week/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is this week supporting Knife Crime Awareness Week, a campaign of the Ben Kinsella Trust, aiming to raise awareness, foster community dialogue, and promote effective strategies to tackle this critical issue. Knife Crime Awareness Week, an annual week of advocacy takes place from 19th to 25th May 2025 with
- [Muslim Council of Britain Calls for Calm and Unity Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-calm-and-unity-amid-rising-india-pakistan-tensions/) - In light of the recent escalation between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack and subsequent military actions, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) urges both India and Pakistan to show restraint and not escalate matters even more. The MCB recognises the profound impact such international events can have on diaspora communities. Recently, demonstrations and
- [MCB Statement on the Passing of Barrister Abdur Razzaq](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-the-passing-of-barrister-abdur-razzaq/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply saddened by the passing of Barrister Abdur Razzaq, a distinguished lawyer in Bangladesh and a towering figure in the UK Muslim community, particularly among British Bangladeshis.
- [Hundreds of UK Muslim Organisations Unite to Call on Prime Minister to Recognise Palestinian Statehood](https://mcb.org.uk/hundreds-of-uk-muslim-organisations-unite-to-call-on-prime-minister-to-recognise-palestinian-statehood/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) will deliver a letter to 10 Downing Street on Tuesday, 29th April 2025, urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recognise Palestine as a sovereign state and call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The letter, signed by representatives of organisations or individuals (in their individual capacity) representing
- [The Crisis Facing Young Men & Boys: What Can We Learn from Gareth Southgate’s Warning? ](https://mcb.org.uk/the-crisis-facing-young-men-boys-what-can-we-learn-from-gareth-southgates-warning/) - Gareth Southgate’s recent comments on young men and boys could not have been more timely. His concerns about their lack of role models, increasing isolation, and vulnerability to unhealthy influences resonate deeply, with British Muslim communities grappling with many of the same issues. In 2023, Andrew Tate was the third most Googled person worldwide and
- [MCB Urges Foreign Secretary to Take Action Against UK Complicity in Israeli War Crimes in Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-foreign-secretary-to-take-action-against-uk-complicity-in-israeli-war-crimes-in-gaza/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has written to the Foreign Secretary to express deep alarm at the UK government’s negligent response to the ongoing killing of innocent Palestinians. With approximately 200 children killed last week alone, the total death toll is now an estimated 60,000, with 2 million people at risk of starvation. In light
- [British Muslims: Strong British Identity, Youthful Demographic and Entrepreneurial Spirit](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-strong-british-identity-youthful-demographic-and-entrepreneurial-spirit/) - PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Media Office at media@mcb.org.uk / 0845 262 6786 British Muslims: Strong British Identity, Youthful Demographic and Entrepreneurial Spirit New report from the Muslim Council of Britain analyses latest Census data, showing high rates of national identity and English proficiency among British Muslims. 94% of British-born Muslims in England and
- [MCB Statement on the Passing of Pope Francis: a man of peace and justice](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-the-passing-of-pope-francis-a-man-of-peace-and-justice/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) expresses its deep sorrow at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. We extend our heartfelt condolences to our Catholic friends in the United Kingdom and across the globe during this time of mourning. Pope Francis stood as a towering figure of faith whose compassion, commitment to justice, and
- [Muslim Council of Britain Pays Tribute to the Late Professor Khurshid Ahmad](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-pays-tribute-to-the-late-professor-khurshid-ahmad/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) expresses its heartfelt condolences on the passing of Professor Khurshid Ahmad, who passed away at the age of 93. A towering figure in contemporary Islamic thought, Professor Khurshid Ahmad was widely recognised as a pioneer in the field of Islamic economics and an influential voice in the modern Islamic
- [Diversity or Tokenism? Muslim Women in London share their insights in “Reflections on Board Diversity” report ](https://mcb.org.uk/diversity-or-tokenism-muslim-women-in-london-share-their-insights-in-reflections-on-board-diversity-report/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is proud to present the Part 2 of Shareen Holmer Nasim’s research (Royal Holloway, University of London), 'Reflections on Board Diversity'. This report delves into the complexities of diversity in leadership amongst Muslim women in London, exploring how visible representation alone is not enough to drive real change. Key Findings:
- [MCB Condemns Mass Murder in Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-mass-murder-in-gaza/) - Israel's murder of at least 300 Palestinians in Gaza during last night's assault cannot go unchallenged. The Muslim Council of Britain condemns this attack in the strongest terms, which follows weeks of deliberate suffering inflicted through electricity cuts, food blockades, and the killing of children as they slept. As families across Palestine observe Ramadan in
- [MCB Delegation meets Home Secretary](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-delegation-meets-home-secretary-2/) - 17 June 1998 The Home Secretary, Jack Straw, met a delegation from the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) led by its Secretary General Iqbal Sacranie. The delegation raised the concern that the new racial offences provisions of the Crime and Disorder bill would not protect the Muslim community. The Home Secretary acknowledged this concern and
- [Muslims Want a Better Britain for All Its Citizens](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-want-a-better-britain-for-all-its-citizens/) - 17 May 2000 Muslims have an important role in building a better Britain for all its citizens, says Yousuf Bhailok, the newly elected Secretary General of The Muslim Council of Britain, the umbrella body of Muslim organizations. "We are committed to build on the firm foundation laid by my predecessor and his team in the
- [IDENTITY - FAITH NOT ETHNICITY](https://mcb.org.uk/identity-faith-not-ethnicity/) - 6th June 2000 British Muslims are urging Parliament not to waste a vital, once in a decade opportunity and vote to include a question on religious affiliation in Census 2001. "It would be the single most important step taken by the Government to recognise not only the needs of the faith communities but also clear
- [A RECOGNITION OF FAITH IDENTITY](https://mcb.org.uk/a-recognition-of-faith-identity/) - 16th June 2000 The MCB welcomes the Government's change of strategy for progressing the Census Amendment Bill through Parliament. The decision to now allow time on Tuesday 20 June within its own legislative programme increases the possibility that the Census Act will be amended in time to allow the proposed religion question to be included
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 1 - June 2015](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing1/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][text_output]This first briefing looks at the age profile of Muslims in Britain from the 2011 Census data. Click here to download Briefing 1 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales. Amongst the census questionnaire was the religion question: ‘What is your religion?’ The data has been made
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 2 - July 2015](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing2/) - This second briefing looks at the health of Muslims in Britain from the 2011 Census data. Click here to download Briefing 2 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales. Amongst the census questionnaire was the religion question: ‘What is your religion?’ The data has been made
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 4 - September 2015](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing4/) - This fourth briefing looks at the highest level of qualifications for Muslims in Britain from the 2011 Census data. Click here to download Briefing 4 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales. Amongst the census questionnaire was the religion question: ‘What is your religion?’ The data
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 5 - October 2015](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing5/) - This fifth briefing looks at the employment of Muslim women in Britain from the 2011 Census data. Click here to download Briefing 5 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales. Amongst the census questionnaire was the religion question: ‘What is your religion?’ The data has been
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 6 - November 2015](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing6/) - This sixth briefing looks at the full-time education of Muslims in Britain from the 2011 Census data. Click here to download Briefing 6 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales. Amongst the census questionnaire was the religion question: ‘What is your religion?’ The data has been
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 9 - May 2016](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing9/) - This ninth briefing looks at the ethnic diversity among British Muslims. Click here to download Briefing 9 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales. Amongst the census questionnaire was the religion question: ‘What is your religion?’ The data has been made available by the Office for National
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 10 – September 2016](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing10/) - The tenth briefing looks at the geographical spread of Muslims across the UK. Click here to download Briefing 10 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 11 – December 2016](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-in-numbers-briefing-11-december-2016/) - The eleventh briefing looks at offenders from Muslim backgrounds. Click here to download Briefing 11 as PDF. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales as well as
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 13 – May 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-in-numbers-briefing-13-may-2017/) - The thirteenth briefing looks at inter-generational differences and how nearly half of Muslims in Britain are born in the UK. Download briefing 13. Data source: This data is extracted from the 2011 Census for England and Wales. Amongst the census questionnaire was the religion question: ‘What is your religion?’ The data was analysed in the
- [Scotland 2022 Census Findings: Youth and diversity](https://mcb.org.uk/scotland-2022-census-findings/) - On 21 May 2024, the National Records of Scotland released further findings from the Census that was conducted on March 2022. These include demographic data on faith and ethnic communities. The analysis conducted by the Muslim Council of Britain highlights the younger age profile of the country’s Muslim population and also its religious diversity. The Muslim roots in
- [2021 Census: British Muslims – Striving for Fairness Report Launch](https://mcb.org.uk/2021-census-british-muslims-striving-for-fairness-report-launch/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) unveils its latest briefing shedding light on the demographic and socioeconomic landscape of Muslims in England and Wales, leveraging data from the 2021 Census alongside insights from previous years. The report launch featured guests speaker LSE Health Economist & Researcher, Miqdad Asaria and Professor of Human Geography at the
- [MCB Report into Elderly and End of Life Care Launched at City Hall](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-report-into-elderly-and-end-of-life-care-launched-at-city-hall/) - 28th August 2019 The MCB launched its report into Elderly and End of Life Care at City Hall this week to a packed audience of practitioners and interested community members. The report examines the impact of the fact that the number of British Muslims aged over 65 years old is expected to reach 190,000 by 2021, almost double
- [Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Killing of Aid Workers in Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-killing-of-aid-workers-in-gaza/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) unequivocally condemns the latest Israeli air strike in Gaza, killing eight Palestinians workers and independent journalists documenting humanitarian work on behalf of UK-registered charity Al-Khair Foundation. These latest atrocities are a continuation of attacks on humanitarian workers and civilians, even during what is supposed to be a ceasefire. Dr
- [Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes Historic Appointment of Sir Mufti Hamid Patel as Interim Chair of Ofsted](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-historic-appointment-of-sir-mufti-hamid-patel-as-interim-chair-of-ofsted/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today welcomes the appointment of Sir Mufti Hamid Patel CBE as interim chair of Ofsted, the first British Muslim to be appointed to this role. The MCB also condemns the Islamophobic attacks directed at Sir Mufti Hamid following his appointment, which appears to be motivated by his Muslim identity
- [MCB Joins Global Call to Combat Islamophobia Online](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-global-call-to-combat-islamophobia-online/) - Saturday 15 March 2025 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today joins Muslim representative and advocacy organisations worldwide on the UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia, 15 March, calling for urgent action to address the role of online social media platforms in fuelling anti-Muslim hatred. The joint statement, issued on the sixth anniversary of the
- [MCB Condemns Israeli Knesset Ban on UNRWA](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-israeli-knesset-ban-on-unrwa/) - The Muslim Council of Britain strongly condemns the Israeli Knesset’s recent vote to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within Israel. In a 92-10 vote, the Knesset barred the agency, which operates under a 1967 treaty, from providing services in Israel, including occupied East Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank.
- [MCB Vision 2050: Unite. Empower. Serve](https://mcb.org.uk/vision2050/) - MCB's Vision 2050 aims to unite British Muslims for effective action, empower our communities with the tools to excel, and serve Muslims and our country so we may have a just, cohesive and successful British society. By 2050, we envision British Muslims leading positive change across every sphere of life - from healthcare to technology,
- [New Elected Leader Calls For Open Heart Surgery Of The Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/new-elected-leader-calls-for-open-heart-surgery-of-the-muslim-council-of-britain/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr Wajid Akhter has been elected the new Secretary General with a promise of major reforms in the organisation and a commitment to community and country. Key Points: Dr Wajid Akhter elected as new Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, setting out ambitious "Vision 2050" plan for British Muslim communities
- [MCB Teams Chart Bold New Course](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-teams-chart-bold-new-course/) - Strategic governance meeting and nationwide volunteer gathering mark bold new direction for MCB's Vision 2050 implementation across Britain. The first 2025-27 National Council meeting on 15 February set out the ambitious Vision 2050 roadmap, emphasising inclusivity and enhanced community engagement across Britain. This was followed by a crucial volunteer meeting on 22 February, where MCB
- [MCB Showcases ‘From Sidelined to Strategic’: Pioneering Research on Muslim Women’s Career Paths in London  ](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-showcases-from-sidelined-to-strategic-pioneering-research-on-muslim-womens-career-paths-in-london/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is proud to showcase "From Sidelined to Strategic" by Shareen Holmer-Nasim, part of a two-part research series exploring Muslim women's career journeys in London, conducted under Royal Holloway, University of London. This study challenges conventional narratives and highlights the resilience, agency, and strategic adaptability of professional Muslim women in the
- [Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes Government's Working Group on Anti-Muslim Hatred Definition](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-governments-working-group-on-anti-muslim-hatred-definition/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today welcomes the government's announcement of a new working group to develop a definition of Anti-Muslim Hatred/Islamophobia, a long-awaited step towards addressing the alarming rise in hate crimes against Muslim communities across the United Kingdom. The MCB is particularly encouraged by the appointment of Dominic Grieve KC as chair
- [MCB Urges National Strategy As Islamophobic Attacks Rise By 73%](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-national-strategy-as-islamophobic-attacks-rise-by-73/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply troubled by the 73% surge in Islamophobic assaults in 2024—an unprecedented crisis culminating in last summer's violent riots. Our decision-makers face a stark choice: ignore this hatred or confront it properly. The MCB urges immediate action to tackle anti-Muslim bigotry through a comprehensive national strategy, including adoption of
- [MCB Fears Full-Scale War in the Middle East as Violence Escalates](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-fears-full-scale-war-in-the-middle-east-as-escalation-continues/) - The MCB is deeply concerned about the escalating violence in the Middle East, as Israeli forces intensify attacks. In Lebanon, over 1,000 people have been now been killed and over 6,000 wounded, according to the country’s health ministry. More than one million people have been displaced, and forced to flee their homes in search of
- [MCB welcomes ICJ assessment that Israeli action in Gaza has plausibly been genocidal](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-icj-assessment-that-israeli-action-in-gaza-has-plausibly-been-genocidal/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes the damning judgment today by the International Court of Justice (ICJ). On the ultimate question of whether Israeli action has plausibly been genocidal, the Court has ruled against Israel based on the evidence brought by South Africa. It specifically highlighted the genocidal statements by Israeli leaders. Further to
- [Ceasefire now! End the Violence in Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/ceasefire-in-palestine-11-july-2014/) - 11 July 2014 The Muslim Council of Britain today endorsed the United Nations Secretary General's call for a cessation of hostilities in Palestine. Over 80 Palestinians have been killed in the last five days alone, the vast majority of them innocent bystanders. Dr Shuja Shafi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: "Mr
- [MCB Urges Government to Reverse UNRWA Funding Cut Amid Humanitarian Crisis   ](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-government-to-reverse-unrwa-funding-cut-amid-humanitarian-crisis/) - The MCB expresses deep concern over our government's decision to suspend funding for the United Nations Relief & Works Agency (UNRWA), at a time of dire humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. This move was echoed by several countries, including the US. This decision follows Israel's allegations against 12 out of 13,000 UNRWA employees were connected to
- [Halle Anti-Semitic Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/halle-anti-semitic-attack/) - The attack by a gunman on a full synagogue during Yom Kippur services, is an abhorrent and heinous anti-Semitic hate crime. The shooting represents another in the worryingly growing number of incidents against places of worship across Europe. Two people were killed after the gunman was unable to gain entry to the packed synagogue in
- [Muslim Council of Britain Responds to Chief Rabbi’s Comments](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-chief-rabbis-comments/) - As a faith community, we commonly are threatened by Islamophobia. This an issue that is particularly acute in the Conservative Party who have approached Islamophobia with denial, dismissal and deceit.
- [MCB Secretary-General Dr Wajid Akhter Celebrates Community Spirit at Finsbury Park Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-dr-wajid-akhter-celebrates-community-spirit-at-finsbury-park-mosque/) - MCB Secretary-General Dr Wajid Akhter was honoured to visit Finsbury Park Mosque on February 5, 2025, to celebrate its enduring role as a thriving centre of faith and community. In his address, Dr Akhter congratulated the dedicated team, highlighting that the true beauty of a mosque lies not in its architecture, location, or its vibrant
- [Halal Meat in the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/halal-meat-in-the-uk/) - Once again the last few days has seen a number of headlines on halal food. Some of them are misinformed and some are simply there to generate unnecessary hysteria. Many faiths place an emphasis on meat, and food in general, to be “pure and wholesome”, a broad concept which takes a holistic approach to the processes of
- [The Muslim Council of Britain calls for Jenrick to be sacked](https://mcb.org.uk/the-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-jenrick-to-be-sacked/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has called on Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch to remove Robert Jenrick from his shadow cabinet position and to initiate an immediate investigation into his conduct following leaked messages in which Mr Jenrick described himself as a “great admirer” of a far-right account on X (formerly Twitter). The account
- [Muslim Council of Britain Urges World to Rebuild Gaza and Stop the Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-urges-world-to-rebuild-gaza-and-stop-the-ethnic-cleansing-of-palestine/) - The Muslim Council of Britain calls for immediate international action to support the reconstruction of Gaza – a process that must be led by and for the Palestinian people themselves. The devastation by Israel in Gaza demands a response that matches the scale of reconstruction efforts seen in the aftermath of World War II, when
- [Youngest Deputy Secretary General elected at Muslim Council’s 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM)](https://mcb.org.uk/youngest-deputy-secretary-general-elected-at-muslim-councils-21st-annual-general-meeting-agm/) - Harun Khan re-elected as Secretary General Hassan Joudi elected as youngest ever Deputy Secretary General 75% of affiliates think ‘its coming home’! On 8 July 2018, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) elected its youngest ever Deputy Secretary General. Hassan Joudi, aged 28, joins the MCB leadership team following his work on MCB’s mosque-focused projects
- [Attend the MCB's 21st AGM!](https://mcb.org.uk/attend-the-mcbs-21st-agm-2/) - Join the Muslim Council of Britain at its Annual General Meeting on Sunday 8th July, in London - an opportunity to witness an election, network with organisations and individuals from across the UK and be informed of the ongoing projects of the MCB! MCB Affiliates have been sent a documentation pack by post, including the AGM
- [Notice of AGM 2020 Rescheduling](https://mcb.org.uk/notice-of-agm-2020-rescheduling/) - The 2020 MCB Annual General Meeting (AGM) was originally scheduled for Sunday 28th June 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic and emergency legislation introduced making gatherings unlawful, to which no end date has yet been indicated by the UK Government, it has become challenging under the current circumstances to hold the event and a rescheduling
- [AGM January 2021: Announcement of Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General Candidates](https://mcb.org.uk/agm-january-2021-announcement-of-secretary-general-and-deputy-secretary-general-candidates/) - Page redirected to: https://mcb.org.uk/agm-january-2021-announcement-of-secretary-general-and-deputy-secretary-general-candidates/
- [Muslim Council of Britain Unveils Leadership Candidates for Historic 2025 Election ](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-unveils-leadership-candidates-for-historic-2025-election/) - Two doctors and prominent community activists, Dr. Muhammad Adrees and Dr. Mohammed Wajid Akhter, will vie for the position of Secretary General in the Muslim Council of Britain's January election. The contest also features Maswood Ahmed and Lamine Konate competing for the role of Deputy Secretary General in the organisation's upcoming leadership transition. Key Points:
- [MCB Marks 27th Leadership Dinner: An Evening for Reflection](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-27th-leadership-dinner-an-evening-for-reflection/) - The Muslim Council of Britain was privileged to host over 300 Muslim leaders representing the rich diversity of British Muslim communities across the UK on 25th January at the Royal Garden Hotel. View Gallery This momentous occasion coincided with significant global and local events, including the Gaza ceasefire, the inauguration of Donald Trump, and the
- [Dr Wajid Akhter: New MCB Secretary-General Inaugural Speech](https://mcb.org.uk/dr-wajid-akhter-new-mcb-secretary-general-inaugural-speech/) - Inaugural speech of Dr Wajid Akhter Elected Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, Saturday 25 January 2025 WATCH VIDEO: https://youtu.be/S8hOnqXwuP0 --- Check against delivery --- Introduction Asalaam Alaikum. There is a famous Hadith, “He who does not thank the people, does not thank Allah.” Thanks I want to thank you all for placing
- [Muslims Named in the King's Birthday Honours List 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-named-in-the-kings-birthday-honours-list-2024/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) extends heartfelt congratulations to all those honoured in the 2024 Honours List, with special recognition for the remarkable individuals from the Muslim and minority ethnic communities. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the MCB, stated: “We are delighted to congratulate all the recipients of King Charles' Birthday Honours. This recognition
- [MCB releases Annual General Report for 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-releases-annual-general-report-for-2024/)
- [Justice, Healing, and Accountability: A call after the Ceasefire in Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/justice-healing-and-accountability-a-call-after-the-ceasefire-in-gaza/) - After 15 months of mass murder and total devastation in Gaza, we breathe a sigh of relief at the announcement of a ceasefire. Let this be the first step toward a lasting and just peace. The world must now confront the magnitude of Israel’s genocidal aggression, 46,600 of Gaza’s population killed, and countless others unaccounted
- [MCB Condemns Opposition Leader's Cynical Misuse of Child Protection Issues to Attack British Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-opposition-leaders-cynical-misuse-of-child-protection-issues-to-attack-british-muslims/) - The Muslim Council of Britain strongly condemns Conservative Party Leader Kemi Badenoch's cynical attempt to conflate a popular definition of Islamophobia with the investigation of serious crimes during Prime Minister's Questions. The Opposition Leader's insinuation that the definition somehow prevents discussion of serious crimes is completely false and appears designed to stoke division. The APPG
- [MCB: 'We Need Truth and Action Against Child Sexual Abuse Gangs, Not a Racist Witch-hunt’](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-we-need-truth-and-action-against-child-sexual-abuse-gangs-not-a-racist-witch-hunt/) - Muslim Council of Britain will support yet another investigation into the grooming scandal if proponents can explain why previous inquiries costing millions have not given them the answer they are looking for Key Points The Muslim Council of Britain calls for: •⁠ ⁠Implementation of existing inquiry recommendations •⁠ ⁠Support for local authorities in conducting thorough
- [Ensuring Mosque Safety and Community Wellbeing During Winter](https://mcb.org.uk/ensuring-mosque-safety-and-community-wellbeing-during-winter/) - As temperatures drop and winter conditions set in, mosques across the UK are urged to take proactive steps to ensure the safety and well-being of worshippers and the local community. The full guidance document can be seen below. Key recommendations include: •⁠ ⁠Risk Assessments: Regular checks to identify hazards such as slippery pathways and icy
- [MCB honours British Muslims named in the New Year’s Honours List](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-honours-british-muslims-named-in-the-new-years-honours-list/) - The Muslim Council of Britain warmly congratulates all those recognised in the 2025 Honours List, with a special tribute to the outstanding individuals from Muslim and minority ethnic communities. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the MCB, stated: “We warmly congratulate all those recognised in the New Year’s Honours list for their exceptional contributions to making
- [Islamophobic Hate Crimes Surge: MCB Urges Stronger Legislation and Unified Action](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobic-hate-crimes-surge-mcb-urges-stronger-legislation-and-unified-action/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply alarmed by the sharp rise in Islamophobic hate crimes over the past year, with offences doubling in some areas. Greater Manchester Police reported a spike in Islamophobic offences from an average of 39 per month to 85 in August 2024, while West Yorkshire Police recorded a similar rise
- [MCB Publishes Guidance for Muslim Organisations Offering Mortuary Services in Light of Fuller Inquiry](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-publishes-guidance-for-muslim-organisations-offering-mortuary-services-in-light-of-fuller-inquiry/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of care, security, and dignity for the deceased in all settings. In response to the tragic revelations of the David Fuller case, the MCB has strengthened its guidance to member organisations, including mosques, to prevent any similar violations. Measures include restricting access
- [Islamophobia Awareness Month with Wolverhampton City Council](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-awareness-month-with-wolverhampton-city-council/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) was honoured to be hosted by Wolverhampton City Council to mark Islamophobia Awareness Month. During the visit, the MCB’s Secretary-General was deeply inspired by the facilities providing essential community support, including NHS services and relief efforts for asylum seekers and refugees. We had the privilege of
- [CFMM Exposes GB News’ Anti-Muslim Hate: Findings Call for Urgent Ofcom Action](https://mcb.org.uk/cfmm-exposes-gb-news-anti-muslim-hate-findings-call-for-urgent-ofcom-action/) - On Thursday 12 December, the Centre for Media Monitoring (CfMM) hosted the launch of its groundbreaking report, ‘GB News: A Snapshot of Anti-Muslim Hate’, at the Frontline Club, London. This two-year analysis reveals a troubling pattern of bias, misinformation, and far-right tropes perpetuated by GB News in its portrayal of Muslims and Islam. The launch
- [York Mosque Community Kitchen Welcomes MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed](https://mcb.org.uk/york-mosque-community-kitchen-welcomes-mcb-secretary-general-zara-mohammed/) - MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed was delighted to be hosted by York Mosque community kitchen this weekend. This remarkable initiative, now celebrating its first anniversary, has been a beacon of support for hundreds of locals, students, and families in need of a warm meal. The community kitchen, held every other week, brings together people from all
- [Syria: Hope for Peace and Rebuilding Lives](https://mcb.org.uk/syria-hope-for-peace-and-rebuilding-lives/) - The Muslim Council of Britain shares the relief of the Syrian people as the brutal dictatorship of Bashar Al Assad comes to an end. The conflict, which began in 2011, has claimed over 306,000 civilian lives and displaced more than half of Syria's pre-war population of 23 million. Approximately 7 million people remain internally displaced,
- [Amnesty International Publishes Damning Report on Genocide in Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/amnesty-international-publishes-damning-report-on-genocide-in-gaza/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) expresses grave concern following the publication of Amnesty International’s damning report of genocide in Gaza. The report highlights that the government of Israel has subjected Palestinians in Gaza to continuous and deliberate harm, treating them as a subhuman group unworthy of basic human rights and dignity. Amnesty International underscores
- [MCB Express call for Government Action at Growing Hate Crime in Northern Ireland](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-express-call-for-government-action-at-growing-hate-crime-in-northern-ireland/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply concerned about the rise in hate crimes in Northern Ireland, including the racial bullying and hate crime targeting several young Muslim girls in North Belfast. The girls, aged under 16, have not returned to Belfast Model School for Girls since an alleged assault in November. Prior to this,
- [MCB joins faith leaders in opposing Assisted Dying bill](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-faith-leaders-in-opposing-assisted-dying-bill/) - The Muslim Council of Britian joined faith leaders in opposing the Assisted Dying bill. In their letter, faith leaders stated: "As leaders of faith communities we wish to express our concern at the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) bill, which will be debated by MPs on 29th November. We are aware of how complex
- [British Muslim Communities Unite to Develop Strategy Against Rising Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslim-communities-unite-to-develop-strategy-against-rising-islamophobia/) - British Muslim communities have come together on Saturday 23 November in an unprecedented gathering to address the alarming rise in anti-Muslim hatred following the devastating Post-Southport Attack Riots of Summer 2024. The violence we saw in Summer 2024, triggered by Islamophobic disinformation and resulting in targeted attacks on mosques, Muslim communities and others across 27
- [MCB welcomes 'The Older People's Housing Taskforce Report' 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-the-older-peoples-housing-taskforce-report-2024-2/) - The Muslim Council of Britian welcomes the inclusion of our insights in the "The Older People's Housing Taskforce Report: Our Future Homes: Housing that promotes wellbeing and community for an ageing population". The report states: "The UK’s ethnic minority population is also ageing and, according to the 2021 Census, those aged 65+ stands at 700,000
- [TfL and London TravelWatch Personal Security Summit](https://mcb.org.uk/tfl-and-london-travelwatch-personal-security-summit/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) had the privilege of attending Transport for London (TfL) and London TravelWatch’s first Personal Security Summit. The event brought together leaders from key transport organisations, law enforcements, community groups an local authorities. The summit, aimed at addressing personal safety and security on London’s public transport, focused on tackling issues
- [MCB Welcomes ICC Arrest Warrants for Crimes Against Humanity](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-icc-arrest-warrants-for-crimes-against-humanity/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the International Criminal Court’s decision to reject the State of Israel’s challenges to its jurisdiction and issue arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant for crimes against humanity and war crimes. These charges, including the war crime of starvation as a method of warfare, and the crimes against
- [Islamophobia Awareness Month 2024: MCB co-hosts Parliamentary Drop-In](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-awareness-month-2024-mcb-co-hosts-parliamentary-drop-in/) - As part of Islamophobia Awareness Month 2024, the Muslim Council of Britain was proud to join Afzal Khan MP and Amnesty International in hosting a powerful parliamentary drop-in session. The event brought together MPs from across parties, reaffirming their commitment to addressing the urgent and growing crisis of Islamophobia in the UK. Ambassadors from the
- [MCB Welcomes 4th Annual BSML Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-4th-annual-bsml-conference/) - The MCB congratulate our affiliates, the Bristol Muslim Strategic Leadership Group, on their 4th annual conference this year on the topic:'Why is Hate so Popular? The power of social media'. The conference brought together a range of insightful speakers reflecting on the violence and riots over the summer which was said to be instigated on
- [MCB Executive team joins Islamophobia Awareness Month panel](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-executive-team-joins-islamophobia-awareness-month-panel/) - The MCB Secretary-General and Assistant Secretary-General attended and participated in a panel discussion organised by the National Association of Muslim Police (NAMP) in association with the West Yorkshire Police, as part of Islamophobia Awareness Month on tackling Islamophobia and discussing ways to improve engagement and understanding in policing. The event brought together a diverse panel
- [MCB Secretary-General opens North London Muslim Community Centre Library](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-opens-north-london-muslim-community-centre-library/) - The MCB Secretary-General had the honour of participating in the opening of a new community library and social space for the North London Muslim Community Centre (NLMCC). The NLMCC has a 28-year legacy of serving the community by consistently supporting hundreds of families through a range of social welfare programmes including childcare, healthcare, education, employment
- [British Muslims Invited to Stand for Leadership of the Muslim Council of Britain in 2025](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-invited-to-stand-for-leadership-of-the-muslim-council-of-britain-in-2025/) - 23 November 2024 is the deadline for candidate nominations for the leadership of Muslim Council of Britain. Key Points: • Election in January 2025 as first female leader of the MCB completes maximum second term. • Roles include Secretary General, Deputy Secretary General, and National Council. • Organisations affiliated with the Muslim Council of Britain
- [MCB Secretary General joins City Hall Remembrance Day Service](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-attends-city-hall-remembrance-day-service/) - The MCB Secretary-General joined faith leaders for a poignant Remembrance Day service at City Hall with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, the London Assembly and the Royal British Legion. This year's service also marks the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings. The Secretary-General shared verses from Surah Ash-Shams, highlighting the importance of hope and
- [Warm Welcome Spaces: Cost-of-living crisis](https://mcb.org.uk/warm-welcome-spaces/) - The cost-of-living crisis is already affecting millions across the UK, with many reporting they will be unable to switch on the heating on this winter. Warm Welcome is a campaign supporting community organisations, places of worship, libraries and businesses to open their doors to provide a warm and welcoming Space to go to this winter.
- [Muslim Council of Britain expresses deep concern at appointment of Lord Ian Austin to lead independent review into Leicester riots](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-expresses-deep-concern-at-appointment-of-lord-ian-austin-to-lead-independent-review-into-leicester-riots/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) expresses deep concern at the appointment of Lord Ian Austin to lead the independent review into the Leicester riots. An independent review is an important step to address and understand the causes of last year's unrest. However, it is crucial to have an independent reviewer who is impartial, fair,
- [MCB Visit My Mosque 2023 launch event: Faith, Food and Friendship](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-visit-my-mosque-2023-launch-event-faith-food-and-friendship/) - PRESS RELEASE Today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) launched Visit My Mosque 2023. A flagship campaign of the MCB’s, Visit My Mosque (VMM) is the biggest mosque open day event in the UK. Now in its 8th year, Visit My Mosque facilitates hundreds of Mosques across the UK opening their doors to local communities, fostering connection
- [MCB Marks Armistice Day 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-armistice-day-2024/) - On Armistice Day, we commemorate all those who sacrificed their lives in war for the freedoms we hold today. Among them were people of many faiths, including the millions of Muslims who served with courage and dedication. Reports show that 2.5 million Muslims served in WWI and 5.5 million in WWII, with nearly 1.5 million
- [MCB Response: Trump Wins 2024 US Election](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-response-trump-wins-2024-us-election/) - Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States, securing the 270 electoral votes needed for the presidency. There is apprehension about what this outcome will mean for global politics, especially in the Middle East, and the consequences here in Britain. Commenting on the election, MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed stated: “Many
- [End the Massacre: Protect Gaza’s Children](https://mcb.org.uk/end-the-massacre-protect-gazas-children/) - We are horrified by the harrowing scenes in Northern Gaza, where reports indicate a full-scale massacre and widespread destruction. UNICEF has reported over 50 children killed in Jabalia within the past 48 hours, with one of their staff members narrowly escaping an attack. Daily indiscriminate strikes by the Israeli army are killing civilians, destroying infrastructure,
- [Islamophobia Awareness Month: Tackling Hatred in Unprecedented Times](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-awareness-month-tackling-hatred-in-unprecedented-times/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain marks the start of Islamophobia Awareness Month, a somber time for British Muslims amidst the backdrop of an increasing climate of Islamophobia. This year’s theme ‘Seeds of Change’ centres on the critical role of allyship the greater need to tackle hatred together. In the past year, Islamophobic hate
- [Muslim Women's Council 'Daughters of Eve' Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-womens-council-daughters-of-eve-conference/) - On Saturday, October 19, the Muslim Women's Council (MWC) hosted their ‘Daughters of Eve’ in Bradford. The conference celebrated the resilience, achievements, and leadership of Muslim women across the UK. Our Secretary General, Zara Mohammed, featured as a speaker, sharing words of hope and unity. She reflected on the UK riots this past summer, addressing
- [Tommy Robinson Jailed for False Allegations Against Syrian Refugee](https://mcb.org.uk/tommy-robinson-jailed-for-false-allegations-against-syrian-refugee/) - Tommy Robinson has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for contempt of court after admitting to breaching an injunction that prevented him from repeating libellous allegations against a Syrian refugee. In a ruling on Friday, Mr Justice Johnson handed down the sentence for “flagrant” breaches of the court order, which included airing a documentary
- [Global Peace and Unity Festival 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/global-peace-and-unity-festival-2024/) - On 19th-20th October, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) had the pleasure of attending the Global Peace and Unity (GPU) Festival 2024. After a 10-year hiatus, the GPU brought together 50,000 people from across the country to celebrate unity and collaboration within the Muslim community. Our team had an incredible time engaging with the wider
- [The National Burial Council 9th Annual Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/the-national-burial-council-9th-annual-conference/) - Our Assistant Secretary-General, Dr Shahzad Amin attended the National Burial Council's 9th Annual Conference in Leicester. The Conference featured an outstanding lineup of speakers and workshops, attendees engaged in valuable discussions on topics critical to burial practices, particularly relevant to the Muslim community. A key highlight was the session focused on the role of medical
- [Israeli Attack on Al-Aqsa Hospital Tents](https://mcb.org.uk/israeli-attack-on-al-aqsa-hospital-tents/) - Horrifying scenes as Israeli strikes set a hospital in Dier al-Balah, Gaza and surrounding camps ablaze, killing families and children sheltering in already unimaginable conditions. The death toll in Gaza has reached 42,289, with hundreds of thousands missing and an entire population displaced. The site, intended for polio vaccinations, has become an unspeakable tragedy. These
- [MCB Responds to Shocking Hate Crime Statistics](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-shocking-hate-crime-statistics/) - The Home Office’s recent report on hate crime for England and Wales reveals that nearly 40% of all religiously motivated hate crimes target Muslim communities, with 3,866 cases reported in the year ending March 2024, making Muslims the most affected group. The data also shows a 25% increase in religious hate crimes compared to the
- [Heightened Concerns Over Escalating Violence in Palestine and Lebanon](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-heightened-concerns-over-escalating-violence-in-palestine-and-lebanon/) - The Muslim Council of Britain expresses deep concern as families in Palestine and Lebanon continue to endure the tragic loss of loved ones due to ongoing Israeli attacks. The death toll in Gaza has now surpassed 42,000, including nearly 16,765 children. The situation remains critical, with over 97,590 injured and more than 10,000 people reported
- [An Open Invitation: Visit My Mosque Liverpool Launch 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/an-open-invitation-visit-my-mosque-liverpool-launch/) - As mosques across the UK prepare to open their doors for Visit My Mosque 2024 this weekend, the MCB leadership team was warmly hosted by the Abdullah Quilliam Mosque for the northern launch of the campaign.
- [Conservative Party’s Islamophobia Neglect: Empty Claims and Ignored Complaints](https://mcb.org.uk/conservative-partys-islamophobia-neglect-empty-claims-and-ignored-complaints/) - The Conservative Party’s claim tonight that "all complaints are investigated without prejudice" is misleading and dishonest. The claim was made in response to Baroness Sayeeda Warsi statement she will no longer take the Party whip. The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has repeatedly exposed institutional Islamophobia within the Party, but serious complaints remain ignored. We
- [Visit My Mosque 2024: A Powerful Weekend of Sharing Stories](https://mcb.org.uk/visit-my-mosque-2024-a-powerful-weekend-of-sharing-stories/) - The MCB congratulates mosques across the country for welcoming thousands of guests during this year's Visit My Mosque weekend, themed "Sharing Stories."
- [Black History Month 2024: Reclaiming Narratives and Celebrating Black Muslim Contributions](https://mcb.org.uk/black-history-month-2024-reclaiming-narratives-and-celebrating-black-muslim-contributions/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is pleased to welcome Black History Month 2024. This year's theme, "Reclaiming Narratives," highlights the true stories of Black history and culture, celebrating the untold achievements and complexities of Black heritage. Black Muslims have been integral to both British and Islamic history, enriching our communities and culture. The MCB published
- [Muslim Council of Britain’s on a Year of Atrocities in Palestine and the Middle East](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britains-on-a-year-of-atrocities-in-palestine-and-the-middle-east/) - The past year has witnessed an unfolding tragedy of monumental proportions in Palestine, Lebanon and the wider Middle East. Nearly 42,000 Palestinians killed, innocent lives lost, each one a father, a mother, a son and a daughter. Each a unique story cut short, like the newborn twins Asser and Aysal Al-Qumsan, whose future was stolen
- [MCB Welcomes UN General Assembly Resolution calling for an end to the Israeli Occupation](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-un-general-assembly-resolution-calling-for-an-end-to-the-israeli-occupation/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the UN General Assembly’s adoption of a resolution calling for an end to the Israeli occupation in light of the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in July, which declared Israel’s presence in the occupied territories unlawful. Though non binding this is significant with 124 states
- [MCB raises concerns to the BBC over Sir Robbie Gibb's involvement in Middle East coverage investigation](https://mcb.org.uk/concerns-over-sir-robbie-gibbs-involvement-in-middle-east-coverage/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has written to the BBC raising concerns over Sir Robbie Gibb’s role in its investigation of Middle East coverage. His ties to the Jewish Chronicle, criticized for publishing false news on Israel and Islamophobia in its reporting, calls his impartiality into question. The BBC must reconsider his involvement for a
- [MCB Secretary-General, Zara Mohammed named in ‘100 Inspiring Muslims: Next Generation’](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-zara-mohammed-named-in-100-inspiring-muslims-next-generation/) - Emerald Network and the Aziz Foundation launched its second edition of the ‘100 Inspiring Muslims: Next Generation’ a recognition of the brilliant diversity and talent among young British Muslims. The list aligns with the vision to recognise the invaluable contributions British Muslims make to the ‘fabric of this country’. It features 50 individuals from the
- [Visit My Mosque 2024 Launch: "Sharing Stories"](https://mcb.org.uk/visit-my-mosque-2024-launch-sharing-stories/) - This year, the MCB proudly launches "Visit My Mosque 2024," a nationwide campaign where mosques open their doors to invite local communities in for tea, talks, and tours. Our theme for the campaign "Sharing Stories" comes in the aftermath of national unrest and extreme far-right violence targeting mosques and refugee communities. This year, Visit
- [Grenfell Inquiry: Decades of Systematic Failures and Ignored Warnings Led to Preventable Tragedy](https://mcb.org.uk/grenfell-inquiry-decades-of-systematic-failures-and-ignored-warnings-led-to-preventable-tragedy/) - The Grenfell Inquiry report, released today, examined the devastating Grenfell fire of 2017, which claimed 72 lives and left survivors waiting for justice. The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply shocked by the findings of the Grenfell Inquiry. The report is a damning indictment of systemic failures across government, building contractors, fire safety experts, and
- [Restricting 1% Arms Sales to Israel is the least we can do: MCB Responds to Government Restriction to Arms Sales](https://mcb.org.uk/restricting-1-arms-sales-to-israel-is-the-least-we-can-do-mcb-responds-to-government-restriction-to-arms-sales/) - The Foreign Secretary, David Lammy announced yesterday the government will be restricting arms sales to Israel. This follows concerns that weapons could be used in violation of international humanitarian law. This is not a full arms embargo but the UK will stop 30 out of 350 export licenses. This decision also reflects the views of
- [The Return of the Global Peace and Unity (GPU) Festival: A Cultural Phenomenon Reimagined](https://mcb.org.uk/the-return-of-the-global-peace-and-unity-gpu-festival/) - London, UK - July 30, 2024 - After a 10-year hiatus, the highly anticipated Global Peace and Unity (GPU) Festival is set to make a triumphant return this October 19-20, 2024, at the London ExCeL. This event promises to be more than just a festival; it's a cultural phenomenon that unites people from all walks of
- [MCB leadership team visit Deaf World UK](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-leadership-team-visit-deaf-world-uk/) - During a recent visit to Deaf World UK by the MCB leadership on a special invite by the team, MCB Secretary General Zara Mohammed and Assistant Secretary General engaged with the team using British Sign Language (BSL), highlighting MCB's commitment to communication and inclusivity. The visit showcased Deaf World’s key contributions, including offering BSL support
- [Muslim Council of Britain renews call for ceasefire in wake of devastating Al Taba’een school Massacre](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-renews-call-for-ceasefire-in-wake-of-devastating-al-tabaeen-school-massacre/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is horrified by the recent Israeli airstrike on a Gaza City school, which claimed over 100 lives, including many children. The al-Taba’een school attack is part of a disturbing pattern of violence targeting schools, leading to a devastating number of civilian casualties. Latest figures show 39,897 Palestinians have been
- [MCB Leads Delegation to Meet First Minister Following Belfast Violence](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-leads-delegation-to-meet-first-minister-following-belfast-violence/) - In the wake of recent violence, property destruction, and Islamophobic abuse targeting Muslims across Belfast, Northern Ireland, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has taken swift action. MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed, along with Assistant Secretary-General Mariam Hassam, with Director of Forward Thinking, Oliver McTernan, facilitated several high-level meetings with local affiliates on the ground to
- [MCB Community Briefing: Safety, Security, Support](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-community-briefing-safety-security-support/) - Following news of more intended riots we together another urgent community briefing to support communities at this time. This session was open to all those who are seeking support and advice to deal with the national crisis. We had over 80 attendees at the briefing including our guest speakers, Imam Adam Kelwick and the London
- [🚨 MCB Public Message For Communities](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-public-message-for-communities/) - Salaams all, 📝We have prepared an announcement you can share with congregation and members across the UK 🙏 Let us continue to call for calm and not allow our young people to fall into the far-right extremist traps, We thank you all for great efforts to protect all communities from this hatred. JazakhAllah khair, MCB Team
- [Robert Jenrick Should Apologise and Retract his Islamophobic Remarks Made on Sky News this Morning](https://mcb.org.uk/robert-jenrick-should-apologise-and-retract-his-islamophobic-remarks-on-sky-news-this-morning/) - We are shocked at Robert Jenrick's claim on Sky News this morning that those who proclaim 'God is great' (or Allahu Akbar) in public should be arrested. This is a phrase recited publicly and privately by billions of Muslims around the world as they offer their solemn prayers and praise God. Mr Jenrick’s claim that
- [MCB Welcomes Prime Minister's Address](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-prime-ministers-address/) - We commend the Prime Minister for his powerful address, reassuring all communities that this violent thuggery will not be tolerated. Especially condemning the attacks on minority communities, refugees, Muslim and mosques. This hatred has no place in our country and we continue to support the Police in their incredible bravery to manage this situation. (ENDS)
- [MCB Welcomes News as Mosques are Offered New Security](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-news-as-mosques-are-offered-new-security/) - We welcome news of Mosques being offered greater protection with new emergency security that can be rapidly deployed up to £29.4 million already available this year to fund security at mosques and Muslim faith schools. The MCB had written to the Home Secretary regarding this urgent matter and welcome this has been recognised for mosques
- [Muslims terrorised but seek hope in a week of mayhem](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-terrorised-but-seek-hope-in-a-week-of-mayhem/) - This week, British Muslims have been living with anxiety and fear as far-right mobs have terrorised Muslim communities across the country, attempting to attack mosques and individuals. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: "The last week we have seen two Britains at play. The first is a mainstream, multicultural, and
- [MCB Release new guidance for helping mosque to address far-right](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-release-new-guidance-for-helping-mosque-to-address-far-right/) - Please find attached our guide for Mosques to share some important points with the congregation and also for a review of their processes.
- [MCB Urges Mosques to Remain Extra Vigilant for Friday Prayers](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-mosques-to-remain-extra-vigilant-for-friday-prayers/) - The MCB is urging mosques to review and strengthen security measures ahead of Friday prayers due to the increase in far-right protests across the UK. Recent incidents have seen deeply disturbing scenes in Southport of mobs targeting mosques and hurling stones, shouting Islamophobic abuse, and setting fire to police vans. Similar mobs have been witnessed
- [MCB Mosque Safety and Security Guidance](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-mosque-safety-and-security-guidance/) - Following the recent attacks on the Mosque in Southport, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding places of worship. Over the years, the MCB has developed comprehensive guidance to help mosques address and mitigate various security risks, including practical advice on enhancing physical security measures and fostering community vigilance. By
- [Bigots Exploit Southport Knife Violence Tragedy to Attack Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/bigots-exploit-southport-knife-violence-tragedy-to-attack-muslims/) - The horrific murders of young girls in Southport have moved the entire nation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. As if the people of Southport have not suffered enough, we witness shocking scenes of far-right rioters running amok outside a mosque in Southport, hurling stones, shouting Islamophobic abuse, and setting
- [MCB Welcomes the Government's decision to drop challenge to ICC arrest warrant for Israeli leaders](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-the-governments-decision-to-drop-challenge-to-icc-arrest-warrant-for-israeli-leaders/) - On July 26, the Labour government stated it will not pursue questions on the International Criminal Court's (ICC) jurisdiction over Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant. The MCB welcomes this announcement as it marks a noteworthy change in the government’s approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The Government’s decision not to challenge the ICC's jurisdiction represents a
- [MCB Update on Manchester Airport Incident](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-update-on-manchester-airport-incident/) - We are deeply shocked and alarmed by footage showing the aggressive use of force on passengers at Manchester Airport. Particularly troubling is the footage of a man who is kicked in the head and repeatedly hurt whilst he lay on the floor unarmed. This footage has caused significant distress across communities in the UK. It
- [MCB Leadership team goes to Scotland](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-leadership-team-goes-to-scotland/) - Our leadership team was in the home of our Secretary-General for a special visit to our Scottish affiliates, the Muslim Council of Scotland among others. We started our visit with a special tour of Glasgow Central Mosque, where we learned about the mosque’s history and its role in the community. The discussions with the
- [The Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes ICJ Ruling on Illegal Israeli Settlements](https://mcb.org.uk/the-muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-icj-ruling-on-illegal-israeli-settlements/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes this historic ruling by International Court of Justice (ICJ) that Israel’s settlement policies and exploitation of natural resources in Palestinian territories are in breach of international law. This ruling came after the ICJ confirmed the validity of arguments presented by 52 states and international organisations. The Chief Justice's critical
- [MCB Welcomes the Restoration of Funding for UNRWA](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-the-restoration-of-funding-for-unrwa/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the statement from Foreign Secretary David Lammy that the government will finally join the majority of countries in restoring funding for UNRWA, which ceased in January, with new funds of £21 million. UNRWA has been supporting critical aid and infrastructure work in Gaza for more than 70 years, established
- [MCB Responds to the King's Speech](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-the-kings-speech/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the King's Speech at a time when the country is seeking hope and prosperity. With many communities worried about the cost of living crisis and wages, we support policy changes to end zero-hour contracts and improve employment rights. The Race Equality Bill, which will extend the right to
- [Our Success: Muslim Council of Britain General Election Campaign 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/our-success-muslim-council-of-britain-general-election-campaign-2024/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is proud to announce the success of its 2024 General Election Campaign. This comprehensive initiative, aimed at empowering British Muslims and ensuring their voices were heard and actively increasing Muslim turnout in the democratic process. For over 20 years, the MCB has been unwavering in supporting Muslim communities during
- [MCB Marks 29th Anniversary of Srebrenica](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-29th-anniversary-of-srebrenica/) - MCB Marks 29th Anniversary of Srebrenica Today, we commemorate Srebrenica Memorial Day, marking 29 years since the Bosnian genocide, where over 8,000 Muslim men and boys were brutally killed in a few days. To date, many of the victims of this heinous attack have not been discovered. This year's theme, ‘I Am Because You Are,’
- [MCB Secretary General awarded an Honorary Doctorate](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-awarded-an-honorary-doctorate/) - Our Secretary General, Zara Mohammed receives an Honorary Doctorate of Law from the Glasgow Caledonian University Our Secretary General was recently recieved an Honorary Doctorate of Law from Glasgow Caledonian University. Awarded by the University’s new Chancellor, women and technology pioneer Anne-Marie Imafidon. Zara Mohammed was invited to speak at Glasgow Caledonian University’s first
- [MCB Responds to shocking findings in Lancet Report 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-shocking-findings-in-lancet-report-2024/) - The Muslim Council of Britain reaffirms the urgent call for a ceasefire in Gaza in light of alarming statistics from 'The Lancet’s' recent study: “Counting the Dead in Gaza: Difficult but Essential” The ongoing conflict in Gaza has reached a critical point, with estimates suggesting that up to 186,000 or more deaths could be attributable
- [General Election 2024: Muslim Council of Britain Calls on Incoming Government to Unite the Country](https://mcb.org.uk/general-election-2024-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-on-incoming-government-to-unite-country/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today congratulates the Labour Party and Sir Keir Starmer on this successful election victory. We believe this marks an important moment for change in our country. There is much to be done: to improve the lives and outcomes of all Britons, to unite us all, and to speak out for
- [MCB Launches ‘7 Community Pledges For Change’ at its inaugural Leadership Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-launches-7-community-pledges-for-change-at-its-inaugural-leadership-conference/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) proudly hosted its inaugural leadership conference on Sunday, 2nd June 2024, at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham. ‘MCBx Leading Change Together: What's Next for British Muslims? ’the conference aimed to unite ideas, hearts, and minds to highlight the work and significance of the MCB, while promoting positive relationships
- [Celebrating Eid with Refugees, marking World Refugee Day 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/celebrating-eid-with-refugees-marking-world-refugee-day-2024/) - Following the Eid-al Adha celebrations from 16th June - 18th June, MCB proudly delivered our annual "Eid with Refugees" campaign. This marks the second year of our initiative dedicated to supporting and collaborating with refugees through mosques, community centres, and Islamic organisations. The "Eid with Refugees" campaign coincided with Refugee Week (17th June - 23rd
- [British Muslims Call for Environmental Sustainability](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-call-for-environmental-sustainability/) - 19th September 2014 The onset of flooding in the Jammu and Kashmir regions is another wake up call to the frequency and intensity of natural disasters across the world getting more severe. By consensus in the scientific community, the threat of Global Warming will only worsen the occurrence of such catastrophes, and was cited by
- [MCB Joins in Welcoming Refugees Week as part of Eid Al Adha Celebrations](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-in-welcoming-refugees-week-as-part-of-eid-al-adha-celebrations/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes the start of Refugee Week, celebrated from 17th to 23rd June, on the theme of #OurHome. This annual, week-long observance is marked globally to honour the resilience and contributions of refugees. Figures from UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reveal, 117.3 million people worldwide forced to flee their homes, including
- [Muslim Council of Britain Launches Ten Political Commitments](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-ten-political-commitment-to-inclusion-and-fairness-ahead-of-general-election/) - As Britain approaches a pivotal General Election, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has unveiled a set of pledges highlighting key issues impacting British Muslim communities aimed at ensuring a more inclusive, fair, and equitable society. A key concern for many British Muslims is rising hate crime to which the MCB advocates the adoption of
- [MCB Congratulates Muslims Recognised in King's New Years Honours List 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-congratulates-muslims-recognised-in-kings-new-years-honours-list-2024/) - British Muslims were among those named in the New Year’s Honours List. The MCB congratulate all who have been named for 2024, a great testament to their contributions to society, making an impact across sectors and a difference to communities far and wide. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the MCB, stated: “We extend our heartfelt
- [MCB Marks 7th Anniversary of the Grenfell Tower Tragedy](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-7th-anniversary-of-grenfell-tragedy/) - The Muslim Council of Britain marks the somber anniversary as we remember the victims of Grenfell Tower now 7 years after this devastating tragedy, in which 72 were killed by the tower catching fire due to unsafe cladding. MCB Secretary General, Zara Mohammed said: "Today we remember the 72 precious lives that were killed by
- [Making Every Vote Count: Muslim Council of Britain General Election 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-ge2024-shaping-britains-future/) - The Muslim Council of Britain’s campaign in partnership with the Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust is aimed at encouraging greater political participation within Muslim communities ahead of the upcoming general election. As the current political landscape becomes increasingly challenging for British Muslims, the MCB remain dedicated in our efforts to support a politics of inclusion and fair
- [MCB Responds to Lee Anderson Suspension from the Conservative Party](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-lee-anderson-suspension-from-the-conservative-party/) - MCB Responds to Lee Anderson Suspension from the Conservative Party, MCB Media spokesperson said: “While we welcome Mr Anderson’s suspension, his comments did not occur in a vacuum and is only the tip of an iceberg. We have seen a week where Conservative politicians have brazenly leaned into the ‘Muslims are taking over’ trope. And
- [What the May 2024 Election Results Tell Us: Every Vote Counts](https://mcb.org.uk/what-the-may-2024-election-results-tell-us-every-vote-counts/) - STATEMENT With election results from local council and mayoral elections now in, and discussion underway about the impact of the Muslim vote, the Muslim Council of Britain’s Secretary General Zara Mohammed has issued the following statement: "These election results are a wake-up call to all parties: every vote counts. Politicians can't take anyone for granted,
- [General Election 2024: Muslim Council of Britain calls for a respectful and hopeful campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/general-election-2024-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-a-respectful-and-hopeful-campaign/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the announcement of the upcoming British General Election in July 2024. We echo the sentiments expressed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, who called for an election campaign where we treat each other with respect and kindness. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said:
- [Muslim Council of Britain Raises Concerns About Muslim and Minority Representation in the Labour Party](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-raises-concerns-about-muslim-and-minority-representation-in-the-labour-party/) - PRESS RELEASE At the start of the General Election campaign last week, the Muslim Council of Britain called on our political leaders to ‘pursue a campaign that is hopeful: to resist the urge to scapegoat Muslims and minorities and proposing a future where all Britons can play a positive role.’ One week on, we have
- [MCBx Leading the Change Together 2024 Conference Schedule](https://mcb.org.uk/mcbx-leading-the-change-conference-schedule/) - The MCB is proud to launch the 'MCBx Leading Change Together, What next for British Muslims?' This summer conference hosted at Edgbaston Cricket Ground brings together cross section of leaders, industry experts and change-makers for a day of ideas and collaboration. Check out the schedule:
- [MCB Call for UK government to uphold international law as International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrants over Israel-Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-call-for-uk-government-to-uphold-international-law-as-international-criminal-court-issues-arrests-warrants-over-israel-gaza/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain today called for the UK to uphold international law and endorse the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor's decision to seek arrest warrants for alleged war crimes committed in Israel and Gaza. The ICC operates as an independent judicial body, and its autonomy must be respected. International law is a
- [Marking the 76th Year of the Nakba](https://mcb.org.uk/marking-76th-year-of-the-nakba/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) solemnly observes the 76th anniversary of the Nakba, a tragic event in which 750,000 Palestinians were forcibly displaced from their homes and lands in 1948. Today, some 6 million Palestinian refugees reside in camps across Palestine and neighbouring countries, carrying the burden of generational trauma and loss. This anniversary
- [MCB Joins Citizens London Assembly](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-citizens-london-assembly/) - Our MCB team joined a fantastic London Assembly with Citizens UK, with a great speech by Mayor Sadiq Khan and performances from young people. Ahead of the Mayoral elections, Citizens brought together this key event with civic society leaders, diverse communities and young people to really talk about what matters to Londoners. Issues were raised
- [Celebrating Eid with the City of London](https://mcb.org.uk/celebrating-eid-with-the-city-of-london/) - The MCB thanks the Lord Mayor for a wonderful Eid Celebration at the historic Old Library at the Guildhall. As part of the evening reception the Lord Mayor, Michael Mainelli (the 695th Lord Mayor of the City of London), shared his recognition of the great contribution of British Muslims to London, of the wonderful diversity
- [Making Housing More Equitable, MCB Joins Board Diversity Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/making-housing-more-equitable-mcb-joins-board-diversity-conference/) - The MCB was delighted to be invited to the Housing Diversity Network's Board Diversity Conference in Leeds, bringing together a wide range of housing associations to discuss a range of topics including better access to housing provision by understanding communities. We thank Abdul A. Ravat (Head of Development and Relationships, Abbeyfield) for hosting the program,
- [Marking the 50th Anniversary with the Islamic Development Bank, Riyadh](https://mcb.org.uk/marking-the-50th-anniversary-with-the-islamic-development-bank-riyadh/) - Our MCB leadership team joined heads of State, NGOs, global actors and influencers in Riyadh to mark the Golden Jubilee - 50th Anniversary of the Islamic Development Bank with the theme 'Cherishing Our Past, Charting our Future'. Established 50 years ago and rated AAA by the major rating agencies of the world, the Islamic Development
- [MCB Celebrates British Muslim Success at Islam Channel Business Awards](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-celebrates-british-muslim-success-at-islam-channel-business-awards/) - The MCB Leadership team had a great time attending the third Islam Channel Business Awards 2024 recognising the best of British Muslims in business. The Awards recognised contributions from Business of the Year across many categories for small, medium, large as well as new and growing businesses. Bringing together over 1000 guests, prominent keynote speakers
- [MCB Inaugurates Sibghah Children's Literary Festival 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-inaugurates-sibghah-childrens-literary-festival-2024/) - The MCB congratulate our affiliates Strive UK for their fantastic Sibghah Literary Festival for Children, the first of its kind in the UK. The event aimed to encourage and inspire young people to share their stories, noting the important and power of content, creativity and changing narratives. Invited to inaugurate the event, MCB Secretary-General, Zara
- [MCB warns of grave Impact as Refugee Rwanda Bill Passes](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-warns-of-grave-impact-of-refugee-rwanda-bill/) - The MCB expresses deep worry at the passing of the 'Safety of Rwanda Act'. The Rwanda scheme enables the Government to forcibly deport asylum seekers, including vulnerable children, to a country where they face significant risks of harm and human rights violations, thereby violating international law. After months of parliamentary back-and-forth between the House of
- [Michaela Community Schools Trust Ruling Sets Dangerous Precedent for Faith Inclusion in School](https://mcb.org.uk/michaela-community-schools-trust-ruling-sets-dangerous-precedent-for-faith-inclusion-in-school/) - STATEMENT The decision to uphold a ban against a Muslim pupil’s right to pray Michaela Community Schools Trust sets a dangerous precedent for religious freedom in this country as it does for the future of inclusivity in our educational institutions. We are a country that rightfully reject the extremist secularism emanating from continental Europe. It
- [International Day to Tackle Islamophobia: MCB Joins leaders in Baku 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/international-day-to-tackle-islamophobia-mcb-joins-leaders-in-baku-2024/) - Marking the second annual 'International Day to combat Islamophobia' MCB Secretary-General joined thought leaders, experts, academics and civil society groups across the globe for an international conference in Baku, hosted in partnership by Baku International Multiculturalism Centre and the G20 Interfaith Dialogue Forum, March 6-8th, 2024. The conference aimed to address "Islamophobia as a Specific
- [MCB Welcomes UNSC Ceasefire Resolution: Now We Need Action](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-resolution-now-we-need-action/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes the vote today by the United Nations Security Council for an immediate ceasefire. The ongoing Israeli siege and bombardment of Gaza remains alarming. According to reports, over 90 percent of Gaza's 2.3 million residents have been displaced, with conditions deteriorating rapidly due to the total Israeli siege and bombardment.
- [The Centre for Media Monitoring (CfMM) latest report, ‘Media Bias Gaza 2023-24’, exposing significant biases in media coverage.](https://mcb.org.uk/the-centre-for-media-monitoring-cfmm-latest-report-media-bias-gaza-2023-24-exposing-significant-biases-in-media-coverage/) - KEY FINDINGS Language Utilisation: Emotive language describes Israelis as victims of attacks 11 times more than Palestinians. Framing of Events: Most TV channels overwhelmingly promote “Israel’s right” to defend itself, overshadowing Palestinian rights by a ratio of 5 to 1. In broadcast TV, Israeli perspectives were referenced almost three times more than Palestinian ones. In online
- [MCB enjoyed reflective visit with communities in Belfast](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-visits-communities-in-belfast/) - Our MCB Secretary-General, Zara Mohammed and Assistant Secretary-General, Dr Shahzad Amin were invited to meet Muslim communities in Belfast, who have been working for decades to support better cohesion, integration and tackle long standing divisions in Northern Ireland given the wider fragile political context. The visit included a meeting with the leadership team and volunteers
- [Muslim Council of Britain's Zara Mohammed talks faith with Bishop Tony](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britains-zara-mohammed-talks-faith-with-bishop-tony/) - MCB Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain joined Bishop Tony in conversation at Halifax Minster as part of its new Festival of Faith. The festival is aims to make the traditional festival of Lent as accessible to as many people as possible and features a series of public conversations on wide-ranging topics. “It
- [MCB Joins International calls to tackle Islamophobia on UN Day to tackle Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-international-calls-to-tackle-islamophobia-on-un-day-to-tackle-islamophobia/)
- [MCB Secretary General Shares a Message to Leaders of Civil Society at ACEVO Annual Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-shares-a-message-to-leaders-of-civil-society-at-acevo-annual-conference/) - MCB Secretary-General was delighted to speak at the ACEVO (Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations) annual conference, bringing together hundreds of leaders on the topic resilience and sustainability. Attendees had heard from inspiring charity leaders, bringing together best practice and key thoughts on improving leadership. The MCB Secretary-General graciously shared her journey as the
- [MCB Recognised at London Anchoring Institution Network's Annual Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-recognised-at-london-anchoring-institution-networks-annual-conference/) - The Muslim Council of Britain re-affirmed our commitment to social advocacy through our ongoing work as a member of the London Anchors Network, represented by Assistant Secretary-General Mariam Hassam. As a member of the steering committee, Mariam inputs regular meetings, on how to address long-standing social and economic inequalities and the growing climate emergency. The
- [Muslim Council of Britain Slams Government's Flawed Extremism Strategy](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-slams-governments-flawed-extremism-strategy/) - PRESS RELEASE The government's latest ill-conceived proposals on extremism are undemocratic, divisive, and potentially illegal. These proposals may involve defining established Muslim organisations as extremist. Some suggested in the media are affiliated with the Muslim Council of Britain. All our affiliates align with our mission to pursue the common good and foster a fair and
- [MCB welcomes increased Mosque Security Funding but calls out rampant Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-increased-mosque-security-funding-but-calls-out-rampant-islamophobia/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the government's announcement to grant £117m to protect mosques, Muslim schools and community centres in the UK from hate attacks over the next four years, the Home Secretary James Cleverly said the investment would give "reassurance and confidence" to British Muslims. Responding to the announcement, Secretary-General: Zara
- [MCB marks International Womens Day 2024: Inspire Inclusion](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-international-womens-day-2024-inspire-inclusion/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain joins in marking this year’s International Women's Day (IWD), on the theme ‘inspire inclusion.’ This year’s IWD comes within an increasingly challenging landscape for women, particularly for Muslim women. The rise in hate crimes and Islamophobia targeting Muslim women starkly reminds us of the very gendered nature of
- [MCB Mid-Term Report, 26th Annual General Meeting](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-mid-term-report-26th-annual-general-meeting/)
- [Prime Minister’s Downing Street Speech on Extremism: Muslim Council of Britain Calls for Leadership](https://mcb.org.uk/prime-ministers-downing-street-speech-on-extremism-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-leadership/) - PRESS RELEASE On Friday 1 March 2024, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak chose to speak in front of 10 Downing Street addressing the issue of extremism. Mr Sunak took the extraordinary step to make a special address to talk about the safety of our members of Parliament, the integrity of our democratic process and the need
- [MCB Condemns Israel’s 'Flour Massacre', Urges Immediate Action amidst Gaza Food Crisis](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-israels-flour-massacre-urges-immediate-action-amidst-gaza-food-crisis/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) strongly denounces the recent escalation of violence against Palestinian civilians, in which 112 people have been killed and 280 injured as Israeli occupying forces opened fire on an aid distribution point. The indiscriminate shooting of desperately hungry civilians seeking aid from distribution trucks after months of systematic starvation by
- [Muslim Council of Britain Holds 26th Mid-Term Annual General Meeting in the Heart of Leicester Community](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-holds-26th-mid-term-agm-in-leicester/)
- [Muslim Council of Britain launches Ramadan Guidance 2024, welcoming the Holy month](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-ramadan-guidance-2024-welcoming-the-holy-month/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is delighted to present its guide for Ramadan 2024, the holy month of the Islamic calendar observed worldwide for fasting, prayer, reflection, charity, and community engagement. Ramadan is expected to begin on the 11th March subject to moon-sighting. This comprehensive guide offers valuable insights into the meaning and practices of
- [Extremism in the Conservative Party: Muslim Council of Britain Writes to Conservative Chair Asking for Action Against Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/extremism-in-the-conservative-party-muslim-council-of-britain-writes-to-conservative-chair-asking-for-action-against-islamophobia/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today has written to Conservative chair, Richard Holden after a week of inflammatory statements and Islamophobia from senior figures in the Party. While the Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the withdrawal of the Conservative Party whip from Lee Anderson MP after he claimed the Mayor of London was controlled by
- [MCB Respond to Lee Anderson and surge of Tory Party Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-respond-to-surge-tory-party-islamophobia/) - STATEMENT In response to a series of Islamophobic comments made by leading figures in the Conservative Party, the Muslim Council of Britain Spokesperson said: “In a week where we learn of an explosion in Islamophobic hate crimes, influential MPs and a donor to the Conservative Party are endorsing common talking points that peddle conspiracy theories
- [MCB Secretary-General Keynote Speech at Salam Sisters’ Event in Manchester](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-keynote-speech-at-salam-sisters-event-in-manchester/) - Secretary-General, Zara Mohamed, had the privilege of delivering a keynote speech at an event hosted by the Salam Sisters’ Association in Manchester, alongside several esteemed guests such as Councillor Yasmine Dar, the Lord Mayor of Manchester. The event was based on ‘Regaining Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence’ focusing on well-being, resilience, and empowering women on their journey
- [Former Home Secretary’s Extremism Should Concern Us All](https://mcb.org.uk/former-home-secretarys-extremism-should-concern-us-all/) - STATEMENT 23 Feb 2024 On a day when we find that there has been staggering 335% surge in Islamophobic hate crimes, former Home Secretary Suella Braverman is fuelling hatred in her latest incendiary column in The Telegraph. MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed said: "On the front page of a national newspaper, a former Home Secretary has
- [A blow to inter-faith action: Muslim Council of Britain on the closure of the Interfaith Network](https://mcb.org.uk/a-blow-to-inter-faith-action-muslim-council-of-britain-on-the-closure-of-the-interfaith-network/) - PRESS RELEASE 22 Feb 2024 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today expressed its regret at the closure of the Inter Faith Network thanks to the government’s decision to withhold funding for the interfaith network. The decision appears to be particularly vindictive and is reflective of a preference to pursue divisive culture wars rather than
- [Myth Busting](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs-mythbusting/) - Every now and again, assertions are made about the Muslim Council of Britain that are not wholly true. While you can see our Frequently Asked Questions page, this section deals with the regular myths about the MCB. If you would like to have MCB address issues, please email mediaATmcbrestore.org.uk. About the MCB and who it
- [Visit My Mosque 2023: Faith, Food and Creating Heartwarming Friendships](https://mcb.org.uk/visit-my-mosque-2023-faith-food-and-creating-heartwarming-friendships/) - Visit My Mosque, a flagship campaign of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) and the biggest mosque open day event in the UK, has once again demonstrated the power of unity, connection, and community spirit. Over the weekend of September 23rd and 24th, more than 200 mosques across the UK opened their doors to welcome
- [Joint Civil Society Statement On The Rwanda Bill For Second Reading In The House Of Lords](https://mcb.org.uk/joint-statement-on-the-rwanda-bill/) - MCB gives it's support to the Joint Civil Society Statement On The Rwanda Bill For Second Reading In The House Of Lords:
- [MCB Commends South Africa's Historic Advocacy at International Court of Justice](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-commends-south-africas-historic-advocacy-at-icj-calling-for-international-response-to-protect-palestine/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) commends South Africa for its resolute commitment to justice and human rights, as demonstrated by its invocation of the Genocide Convention against Israel, and its presentation in support of it today, before the International Court of Justice (ICJ). South Africa's legal counsel presented a comprehensive and compelling case, highlighting
- [MCB Urges Government Action Against Netanyahu's Harmful Rhetoric on Palestinian Statehood](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-government-action-against-netanyahus-harmful-rhetoric-on-palestinian-statehood/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) strongly condemns the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu’s blatant opposition to the Palestinian peoples’ right to self-determination, one that must be exercised in the aftermath of Israel’s unrelenting war on Gaza and wider Occupied Palestinian Territories. Over the past 105 days, the apartheid state of Israel’s onslaught on
- [Save The Date: MCB's 2024 AGM](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-agm-2024/) - Assalamu 'alaikum wa rahmatullah. Save the date – AGM on Sunday 25th February 2024 in Leicester from 10am-4pm. The Muslim Council of Britain’s 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be taking place on Sunday 25th February 2024 insha Allah (God Willing). This AGM will be a non-election AGM. Affiliates will shortly be receiving delegate registration forms.
- [Write To Your MP: Urge your MP to Vote Against the Anti-BDS Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/write-to-your-mp-urge-your-mp-to-vote-against-the-anti-bds-bill/) - 🚨Write To Your MP: Urge your MP to Vote Against the Anti-BDS Bill 📝 🔴 MPs will be voting this Wednesday on the third reading of the Economic Activity Bill, restricting public bodies from boycotting and divesting from Israeli products. 🔗RT: https://x.com/muslimcouncil/status/1744391416367677948?s=12 📨Send here: https://mcb-campaign.netlify.app/
- [Muslims congratulated over robust participation](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-congratulated-over-robust-participation/) - 06 May 2005 At a time when there has been unprecedented interest in the 'Muslim vote' in the General Elections, the Muslim Council of Britain congratulates British Muslims for the dignified manner in which they have responded to the challenges facing them. "Yesterday's General Elections came at a difficult time when there is clearly a
- [British Muslims Urged to Register to Vote Before Monday's Deadline](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-urged-to-register-to-vote-before-mondays-deadline/) - 09 Mar 2006 The Muslim Council of Britain is asking Imams and mosques throughout the UK to use this week's Friday sermon (Khutbah) to emphasise the need for British Muslims to register to vote. With the approaching deadline of Monday 13th March for voter registration in respect of the English local elections due to be
- [Leading Muslim Scholars Urge British Muslims to Vote on 4 June](https://mcb.org.uk/leading-muslim-scholars-urge-british-muslims-to-vote-on-4-june/) - 28 May 2009 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today endorses the statement by British Ulema (Islamic Scholars) on local and European elections on 4 June. In a joint Statement, the Islamic scholars representing diverse traditions and schools of thoughts call on the community to mobilise and actively take part in the elections and vote on
- [A Momentous Day for British Politics MCB welcomes community's unprecedented interest in general election](https://mcb.org.uk/a-momentous-day-for-british-politics-mcb-welcomes-communitys-unprecedented-interest-in-general-election/) - 07 May 2010 As the country awaits news of the formation of the next government, the Muslim Council of Britain today congratulated all voters in taking part in this election. Today we all made history: it will no longer be business as usual for British politics. This election has proven to be a milestone for
- [Faith Groups Speak with one Voice Against Far-Right Ahead of General Election](https://mcb.org.uk/faith-groups-speak-with-one-voice-against-far-right-ahead-of-general-election/) - 22 Apr 2010 With racism and hatred manifesting itself so starkly recently in the form of anti-Muslim hatred, Islamophobia and xenephobia, the Muslim Council of Britain today voiced its support for the following pledge: `With the approach of the General Election we are all too aware of those political forces who would seek to divide
- [MCB urges YES for the Alternative Vote](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-yes-for-the-alternative-vote/) - 22 Mar 2011 This May, British people will for the first time ever be given a say on how they elect their representatives. This is a historic opportunity for all our communities to decide how politics should work, taking ownership of the democratic process. Following a full democratic discussion of its central working committee, the
- [Muslims in London urged to participate in open primaries for London Mayoral Candidates](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-in-london-urged-to-participate-in-open-primaries-for-london-mayoral-candidates/) - 31st July 2015 In May 2016 Londoners will decide who to elect as the next Mayor of London. The Muslim Council of Britain encourages Muslims in London to participate in candidate selections from all the political parties. The Mayor of London has a crucial role that affects the lives of all Londoners and controls key
- [2016 London Mayoral candidates now chosen: Muslim Londoners look forward to vibrant debate](https://mcb.org.uk/2016-london-mayoral-candidates-now-chosen-muslim-londoners-look-forward-to-vibrant-debate/) - 2nd October 2015 The Muslim Council of Britain congratulates all candidates standing for London’s Mayoral elections in 2016. We urge all the candidates to engage with London's diverse Muslim communities who help contribute to the vibrancy and vitality of our city. The Candidates from the three main parties are Zac Goldsmith from the Conservatives, Sadiq
- [Muslims in London urged to register to vote in crucial Mayor of London election](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-in-london-urged-to-register-to-vote-in-crucial-mayor-of-london-election/) - 6 April 2016 In May 2016 Londoners will decide who to elect as their next Mayor. The Muslim Council of Britain encourages Muslims in London to participate in this important election by registering to vote by the 18th April. The Mayor of London has a crucial role that affects the lives of all Londoners and controls key
- [General Election 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/general-election-2019/) - The UK is expected to hold a General Election on Thursday 12 December 2019. The Muslim Council of Britain believes it is imperative that politicians and political parties across the spectrum use this upcoming General Election as an opportunity to change the tone of politics from one of divisiveness and disunity to one of cohesion and
- [European Parliament Elections: Muslims Urged to Register before May 19 Deadline](https://mcb.org.uk/european-parliament-elections-muslims-urged-to-register-before-may-19-deadline/) - 22 Apr 2009 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is urging British Muslims to register to vote for the forthcoming European elections on Thursday 4 June 2009. The deadline for registration is Tuesday 19 May 2009 and details are available on the website www.aboutmyvote.co.uk "The directives of the European Parliament do eventually influence national policies and
- [Muslim Council of Britain launches policy pledges ahead of local elections](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-policy-pledges-ahead-of-local-elections/) - Press Release 19 April 2021 Local Elections 2021: Muslim Council of Britain launches policy pledges Today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is calling on all prospective candidates running in local elections on the 6th of May to commit to a list of policy pledges to support their local Muslim communities as we begin our
- [Muslim Council of Britain Commends South Africa’s Referral of Israel, to the International Court of Justice](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-commends-south-africas-referral-of-israel-to-the-international-court-of-justice/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes South Africa's referral of Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for genocidal intent related to the atrocities in Gaza. This is an important reflection of the situation in Gaza and indiscriminate violence by Israeli forces. The ongoing bombing and killings in Palestine has resulted in immense suffering
- [MCB saddened by recent hate crime and vandalism during Chanukkah](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-saddened-by-recent-hate-crime-and-vandalism-during-chanukkah/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is saddened by the recent vandalism of menorahs during Chanukkah, reported to have taken place around North London. Such hate is unacceptable and has no place in our society. We stand in sympathy and solidarity with Jewish communities subjected to such hate. Hundreds of our Jewish friends have joined thousands
- [MCB Responds to Hostile Climate of Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-hostile-climate-of-islamophobia/) - Amidst a surge in Islamophobic hate crimes and attacks across the UK, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) are highlighting the need for immediate solutions to address this concerning trend. We have heard of the recent incident in Apex Primary School, catering to pupils between three and eleven years old, received a hand-written letter threatening to
- [MCB Joins Together with Refugees, Fair Begins Here](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-together-with-refugees-fair-begins-here/) - General Lord Richard Dannatt, Gary Lineker, Sophie Okonedo and Big Zuu are just some of the influential figures from across British society joining forces to call for a fair new plan for refugees in an open letter to party leaders today (11th December 2023) (1). The letter, published in the week MPs are expected to vote
- [MCB Marks 75th Anniversary of Human Rights Day](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-75th-anniversary-of-human-rights-day/) - Today marks the 75th anniversary of Human Rights Day. This is one of the world's most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This landmark document enshrines the inalienable rights that everyone is entitled to as a human being - regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national
- [MCB Joins Launch of Greater Manchester Council for Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-launch-of-greater-manchester-council-for-mosques/) - On Saturday, December 2, 2023, the MCB leadership team, represented by Secretary General Zara Mohammed and Assistant Secretary General, Dr. Shahzad Amin, participated in the launch of the largest mosque umbrella organization in the North—Greater Manchester Council for Mosques (GmCoM). The Greater Manchester region boasts a substantial Muslim community with figures from the last census
- [MCB STATEMENT| UN Security Council Vote Fails, A Dark Moment For Humanity](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-un-security-council-vote-fails-a-dark-moment-for-humanity/) - Yesterday, the UN Security Council voted on a critical ceasefire resolution called for by the United Nations Secretary General António Guterres who invoked Article 99. The Vote In Favour: 13, Against: 1 (US), Abstain: 1 (UK) "The US veto is utterly shameful, obstructing global efforts for peace and facilitating the killing of thousands of more
- [Muslim Council of Britain Community Briefing: Bridges of Resilience, Navigating the Refugee Journey in Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-community-briefing-bridges-of-resilience-navigating-the-refugee-journey-in-gaza/) - 🇵🇸 Muslim Council of Britain Community Briefing: Bridges of Resilience, Navigating the Refugee Journey in Gaza Watch back to our special live session with leading humanitarian experts on the crisis in Gaza. Gain insights into the critical work and challenges on the ground, how you can help and help to raise awareness. Guest Speakers incl:
- [🚨EMERGENCY EVENT | Community Briefing: Bridges of Resilience, Navigating the Refugee Journey Palestine 🇵🇸](https://mcb.org.uk/community-briefing-bridges-of-resilience-palestine/) - The MCB has put together this special session on the critical humanitarian situation on the ground in Palestine with leading experts. ⏰ Date & time: 8pm-9pm Thurs 16th Nov Guest Speakers incl: 🇺🇳UNRWA - Marc Lassouaoui - Senior Manager Outreach Europe ⛑British Red Cross: Richard Blewitt, Executive Director of international 🦺 Islamic Relief: Zia Salik,
- [Faithful Stewardship: MCB Message To Mark #COP28 ](https://mcb.org.uk/faithful-stewardship-mcb-message-mark-cop28/) - World leaders, campaigners, activists, and industry representatives are currently convening in the UAE for the pivotal COP 28 - UN Climate Change Conference. Having attended COP26, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) made a commitment to raising greater awareness around climate change and sustainability within UK Mosque communities. The MCB launched a 6-step guide to
- [Muslim Council of Britain Unites Thousands to Advocate for Peace in Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-unites-all-for-peace-in-palestine/) - In response to the urgent escalation of violence in Palestine and the alarming breach of international law, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) convened a nationwide community briefing bringing together community figures, mosque leaders and representatives, and individuals from broader society, with thousands of participants in attendance. The primary aim, to engage in a critical
- [MCB Urgent Call for an immediate Permanent ceasefire and end to occupation of Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urgent-call-for-an-immediate-permanent-ceasefire-and-end-to-occupation-of-palestine-dec-2023/) - MCB Urgent Call for an immediate Permanent ceasefire and end to occupation of Palestine: Escalation in Gaza Leaves over 100 Palestinians killed today The resumption of bombings in Gaza by Israeli forces today has tragically resulted in over 100 lives lost. This adds to the already staggering death toll of over 15,000 innocent civilians, nearly
- [Dangers of Misinformation towards British Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/dangers-of-misinformation-towards-british-mosques/) - Amidst ongoing challenges for our communities in the wake of the distressing crisis in Palestine, and the surge of Islamophobic hate crimes targeting mosques, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) remains committed to supporting our Mosques. Mosques are under heightened threats from Islamophobic hate crimes in current times. Particularly those that encourage democratic participation, such
- [Concerns for minorities & religious freedom in Netherlands with Far-Right Party for Freedom (PVV) election win](https://mcb.org.uk/concerns-for-minorities-religious-freedom-in-netherlands-with-far-right-party-for-freedom-pvv-election-win/) - Far-right Islamophobic and convicted racist Dutch Politician Geert Wilders' party’s win in the general election is deeply worrying, for minority groups and values such as religious freedom and expression. His win is a worrying sign of divisive far-right populist politics in Europe, a threat to many communities (particularly Muslims) but also fundamental democratic values. Wilders
- [MCB Responds to Temporary Gaza Truce: Permanent Humanitarian Ceasefire Now](https://mcb.org.uk/temporary-gaza-truce-permanent-humanitarian-ceasefire-now/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes news of a temporary truce in the ongoing war on Gaza, Palestine, the release of hostages and the increase in entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. Nonetheless, a temporary truce will not prevent further death and destruction. The 46 day long Israeli onslaught on Gaza has
- [Muslim Council of Britain Warns of Sinister Rhetoric Against Muslims in General and Pro-Palestinian Supporters in Particular](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-warns-of-sinister-rhetoric-against-muslims-in-general-and-pro-palestinian-supporters-in-particular/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today raised its concerns against the rise in divisive rhetoric as the crisis in the Middle East deepens. One need look at the escalating extremist language used by the Home Secretary who started the crisis by stating that the brandishing of Palestinian flags could be criminal and now has branded
- [Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Home Secretary's Inflammatory Comments on Peaceful Protests](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-home-secretarys-inflammatory-comments-on-peaceful-protests/) - The recent article by the Home Secretary in The Times is deeply concerning. Attempting to publicly influence operational policing decisions is not just inappropriate; it's irresponsible. It directly undermines our democratic institutions and the freedoms that many have lived and died for in Britain. This weekend, hundreds of thousands of Britons will march peacefully in
- [With Rising Hate Crime, MCB Leadership meets TFL Commissioner](https://mcb.org.uk/with-rising-hate-crime-mcb-leadership-meets-tfl-commissioner/) - MCB Secretary-General, Zara Mohammed and Assistant Secretary-General, Mariam Hassam recently engaged in a productive discussion with the Transport of London Commissioner Andy Lord and the broader team on the recent surge of hate crime. The TfL team provided assurances of the heightened safety measures they have implemented to protect Londoners, combat hate crimes, and ensure
- [UNWRA discuss ongoing Siege in Gaza with MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/unwra-discuss-ongoing-siege-in-gaza-with-mcb/) - The Muslim Council of Britain extends its sincere appreciation to The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) for engaging in a meaningful dialogue. Director Marta and Marc Lassouaoui - Senior Manager Outreach Europe graciously shared insights into the pivotal work they are undertaking in Gaza, where a single shelter is diligently
- [MCB Leadership Meet Leader of the Liberal Democrats on Crisis in Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-leadership-meet-leader-of-the-liberal-democrats-on-crisis-in-palestine/) - The MCB leadership team met with leader of the Liberal Democrats, Sir Ed Davey, and Layla Moran MP, Spokesperson for Foreign Affairs, to discuss the critical situation in Palestine, ahead of the ceasefire vote. We thank Layla for her powerful voice on this issue and commend the Lib Dems for their stance to call for
- [MCB Marks UN World Children's Day, a call for ceasefire in Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-un-world-childrens-day-a-call-for-ceasefire-in-palestine/) - Today marks World Children's Day, when the United Nations adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959. It is also the date in 1989 when the UN General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The MCB stands in solidarity with the rights for every child worldwide, advocating for
- [Islamophobia Awareness Month 2023: MCB co-hosts Parliamentary drop-in event](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-awareness-month-2023-mcb-co-hosts-parliamentary-drop-in-event/) - The role of politics and decision makers is critical to addressing the scale and scope of Islamophobia in our society, and so the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) continues to bring it to their attention. This November, the MCB joined Afzal Khan MP, Amnesty International and Muslim Women’s Network in hosting an Islamophobia Awareness Month
- [MCB Joins City Hall multi-faith Remembrance Service](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-city-hall-multi-faith-remembrance-service/) - The MCB Secretary-General joined the multi-faith 'Remembrance Service' at City Hall with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan 10th Nov 2023 In honour of those who lost their lives to war and conflict, among them 2.5 million Muslims, the MCB joined a poignant service at City Hall. The MCB Secretary-General along side other faith leaders
- [MCB Secretary General Meets First Minister of Scotland](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-meets-first-minister-of-scotland/) - MCB Secretary General, Zara Mohammed met with the First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf, addressing the pressing concerns surrounding the tragic loss of innocent lives in Gaza, given the ongoing violence and resulting humanitarian catastrophe. Their conversation delved into the urgent call for an immediate ceasefire, emphasising the profound impact of the conflict on communities
- [MCB welcomes Supreme Court ruling deeming Government's Rwanda plan unlawful](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-supreme-court-ruling-deeming-governments-rwanda-plan-unlawful/) - Today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) joined over 130 civil society organisations in welcoming the Supreme Court's ruling deeming the Government's Rwanda plan unlawful. The Rwanda plan, a part of the highly controversial and hotly contested Nationality and Borders Act 2022, was previously deemed unlawful by the Court of Appeals in June of this
- [Historic Peace March in London – an expression of democracy on Armistice day](https://mcb.org.uk/historic-peace-march-in-london-an-expression-of-democracy-on-armistice-day/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today commended the march calling for a ceasefire in Gaza that took place in London on Saturday 11 November 2023. Organisers say that over 800,000 people, from all ages, faiths and backgrounds participated in this march. Marchers at this overwhelmingly peaceful event have one message for our government: an end
- [Saturday 11th November Travel Advice From Transport For London](https://mcb.org.uk/saturday-11th-november-travel-advice-from-tfl/) - Transport For London have provided travel advice for Saturday 11th November, when many will be traveling for the Palestine solidarity march. Read their newsletter here which outlines disruption to many underground lines. A representative from Tfl have provided the following information: The most important advice within the email is for customers to check before they travel –
- [Islamophobia Awareness Month 2023: Confronting Hate in Challenging Times](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-awareness-month-2023-muslim-stories-confronting-hate-in-challenging-times/) - PRESS RELEASE Today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) marks the beginning of Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) 2023. This year, we observe IAM against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in Palestine and an exceptionally hostile political environment for British Muslim communities. This year’s theme is #MuslimStories, it is therefore important for us to share
- [Muslim Council of Britain Renews calls for Ceasefire in Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-renews-calls-for-ceasefire-in-palestine/) - The Muslim Council of Britain renews its call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the provision of desperately needed food, water, fuel and medical supplies.
- [Scottish Parliament CPG Report: Scotland needs urgent education reforms to combat scourge of Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/cpg-report-scotland-needs-urgent-education-reforms-to-combat-scourge-of-islamophobia/) - PRESS RELEASE Scotland needs to urgently introduce education reforms to combat the “scourge of Islamophobia” in society, a new report has recommended. This includes integrating an understanding of Islamophobia into the curriculum and all teacher training, requiring all educational institutions to create safe spaces for discussion, prayer and reflection, and adopting dress-code policies in schools
- [Anti-BDS Bill: An assault on peaceful protest and freedom of expression](https://mcb.org.uk/anti-bds-bill-an-assault-on-peaceful-protest-and-freedom-of-expression/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has expressed profound concern on the proposed Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill, which is set to be reintroduced in the Commons this Wednesday, 25th October. The Bill is designed to stop councils and other public authorities conducting boycott, divestment and sanctions campaigns against other countries,
- [Devastating attack on Al-Ahli Arab Hospital: Muslim Council of Britain calls for immediate ceasefire and independent ICC investigation](https://mcb.org.uk/devastating-attack-on-al-ahli-arab-hospital-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-immediate-ceasefire/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is horrified by news of an attack on the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City, an Anglican hospital in which over 500 Palestinians are reported to have been massacred thus far. The hospital was considered a ‘safe zone’, where hundreds of medical staff, patients, and civilians had
- [MCB Publishes Guidance on Palestine 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-publishes-guidance-on-palestine-2023/) - In the wake of the recent escalation of violence in Palestine, it is important that communities are best equipped to respond and advocate, sensibly and safely. See our easy guide, including advice on: ✅ How you can help ✅ Reporting Hate Crime ✅ Posting on social media See our guidance for more info.
- [MCB Hails Huge March For Palestine - Criticises Press Coverage](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-hails-huge-march-for-palestine-criticises-press-coverage/) - 15th April 2002 The Muslim Council of Britain sent its congratulations to the organisers of Saturday's huge 50,000+ peaceful demonstration. The Muslim Council of Britain sent its congratulations to the organisers of Saturday's huge 50,000+ peaceful demonstration in support of the Palestinian people while criticising the low-key press coverage of the event. "This was a
- [British Muslims and Jews Call for Peace, Wisdom and Hope over Conflict in Israel and Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/jews-and-muslims-call-for-peace/) - Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Muslim Council of Britain and the Board of Deputies of British Jews are issuing the following joint statement: There is no doubt that Muslims and Jews have deeply held views about the conflict in Israel and Palestine. We acknowledge that our communities may disagree about the
- [MCB Writes to DfE about Primary School Children Given Divisive Homework on Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/palestinehomework-newstevenstonprimaryschool/) - It has been widely reported that children at New Stevenston Primary School in Motherwell had been given factually incorrect and very divisive homework sheet asking them to give examples of Palestinian "terrorist activities", together with a picture of an explosion. Whilst North Lanarkshire Council have apologised "unreservedly", confirming that "the description of Palestinian people is
- [End the Violence Now: Muslim Council of Britain calls for peace in the Middle East](https://mcb.org.uk/end-the-violence-now-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-peace-in-the-middle-east/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain calls for an end to the violence in and around Gaza. The targeting of innocent civilians can never be excused or justified. In the coming days we may see a significant escalation which risks to only further perpetuate this cycle. For 75 years, Palestinians have endured decades
- [Action Alert: Support for Palestine Ramadan 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/action-alert-support-for-palestine-ramadan-2023/) - 🚨Action Alert: Palestine 🇵🇸 We sadly see the attacks against the worshippers at the Al Aqsa Mosque and in other parts of Palestine again this Ramadan. The MCB will continue to amplify the cause of the people of Palestine. What you can do to help: ✍️ Write to your MP We need Members of Parliament
- [MCB Secretary-General applauds Business Excellence at Yorkshire Asian Business Association Dinners](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-applauds-business-excellence-at-yorkshire-asian-business-association-dinners/) - MCB Secretary-General and Assistant Secretary-General, Dr Shahzad Amin applaud Business Excellence at Yorkshire Asian Business Association Dinners MCB leadership team expressed their gratitude to Sharon Kaur Jandu OBE for extending an invitation to the Yorkshire Asian Business Association Dinner, at this remarkable event. The evening brought together a diverse and influential group from the northern
- [Christian Muslim Forum: Dialogue at Lambeth Palace](https://mcb.org.uk/christian-muslim-forum-dialogue-at-lambeth-palace/) - MCB Joins the Christian Muslim Forum Annual Meeting 2023 The distinguished presence of the Archbishop of Canterbury provided a great start to the Christian Muslim Forum Annual Meeting, held at the iconic Lambeth Palace. This event brought together eminent figures and profound thinkers in matters of faith, fostering enriching dialogues about our collective potential to
- [MCB Expresses Shock at Home Secretary Endorsing Douglas Murray at Dispatch Box](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-expresses-shock-at-home-secretary-endorsing-murray-at-dispatch-box/) - Speaking before the Commons on Thursday, 7th September, the Home Secretary delivered a statement on the Prevent strategy, in which she categorised the hard-right polemicist Douglas Murray’s views as “mainstream Conservative commentary.” Douglas Murray's objectively racist, extremely Islamophobic assertions are a matter of public record. He has said: “conditions for Muslims in Europe must be
- [Unveiling Excellence: Highlights from the 8th Annual National Burial Council Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/unveiling-excellence-highlights-from-the-8th-annual-national-burial-council-conference/) - On the 16th of September 2023, the National Burial Council gathered at the prestigious EG Group in Blackburn to host their much-anticipated annual event. It was a day marked by excellence, featuring a lineup of distinguished keynote speakers who illuminated the event with their expertise. Among the notable speakers were the esteemed National Medical Examiner,
- [Muslims targeted: MCB Reacts to Alarming Home Office Stats on Hate Crimes Against Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-targeted-mcb-reacts-to-alarming-home-office-stats-on-hate-crimes-against-muslims-england-and-wales/) - PRESS RELEASE 5 OCT 2023 Today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) responded to the Home Office’s latest hate crime statistics (England and Wales), expressing profound alarm at the 9% increase in religious hate crime offences, from 8,602 to 9,387, in the year ending March 2023 - the highest number of religious hate crimes since
- [MCB responds to Conservative London Mayoral candidate Susan Hall's dog whistle Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-conservative-london-mayoral-candidate-susan-halls-dog-whistle-islamophobia/) - STATEMENT The recent remarks by Conservative London Mayoral candidate Susan Hall insinuating that some of London's Jewish community is "frightened" of a "divisive" Mayor Sadiq Khan are nothing short of dog whistle Islamophobia. This is yet another alarming intervention by Susan Hall, who has previously been found to have liked a tweet in praise of
- [Book Launch of Dr Salman Al-Azami's 'Religion in the Media'](https://mcb.org.uk/book-launch-of-dr-salman-al-azamis-religion-in-the-media/) - MCB's ReDoc (Research & Documentation Committee) in partnership with ICBI (the Institutional Capacity Building Initiative) present the launch of Dr Salman Al-Azami's book, 'Religion in the Media'. Date/Time: Wednesday 16 November 2016, 6-8pm. This ground-breaking book takes an interdisciplinary approach to language, religion and media using an audience-response study. In this book, the author investigates
- [Shaykh Ibrahim Mogra on the Jon Gaunt Show - 4 May 2016](https://mcb.org.uk/shaykh-ibrahim-mogra-on-the-jon-gaunt-show-4-may-2016/) - Shaykh Ibrahim Mogra, Assistant Secretary General of the MCB speaks on the Jon Gaunt about Islam in Britain and talks about whether we have a 'society within a society'. 4th May 2016
- [Policy Exchange publishes misogynistic report rooted in gendered Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/policy-exchange-publishes-misogynistic-report-rooted-in-gendered-islamophobia/) - In response to the Policy Exchange’s latest report attacking Muslim women who choose to wear the headscarf, the Muslim Council of Britain’s Secretary-General, Zara Mohammed said: “The Policy Exchange has published yet another report deploying dog-whistle Islamophobia. This time by encroaching on the fundamental religious freedoms of Muslim women and dangerously steering us down a slippery
- [MCB Statement in Support of Morocco Earthquake Victims](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-in-support-of-morocco-earthquake-victims/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) extends its deepest condolences to all those impacted by the recent earthquake in Morocco, which has so far claimed more than 2,100 lives. Countless others have also been left critically injured, homeless and displaced. This 6.8-magnitude earthquake, the strongest in a century in the region, struck 75km from Marrakech
- [Note of Thanks to Andy Burnham Calling for the Discarding of Prevent](https://mcb.org.uk/letter-to-andy-burnham-prevent/) - In a speech to the Chamber of Commerce in Manchester in early June, Andy Burnham called for a cross-party review of the Prevent strategy and said his personal view was that the policy should be discarded saying, “I do feel that the brand is so toxic now that I think it’s got to go”. On
- [MCB condemns Nazi activity in Northern Ireland, calls for UK government intervention](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-nazi-activity-in-northern-ireland-calls-for-uk-government-intervention/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) strongly condemns the recent incident in Northern Ireland in which a Nazi flag was raised outside a Mosque in Belfast, an alarming attack on a place of worship and the wider Muslim community. This horrifying incident is not isolated; Muslim communities in Northern Ireland have faced multiple challenges
- [MCB expresses concern over police award to Dhirendra Shastri](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-express-concern-of-police-award-to-dhirendra-shastri/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has written to Chief Constable Rob Nixon QPM, regarding the recent NPA Commanders Award for Recognition of service given to Dhirendra Shastri. Mr. Shastri’s public image as someone who promotes views that are divisive and harmful to Muslim communities goes against the very essence of fostering unity and harmony. Dear Chief
- [MCB writes to Prime Minister, Chancellor and opposition leaders on closure of British Muslims' bank accounts](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-writes-to-prime-minister-chancellor-and-opposition-leaders-on-closure-of-british-muslims-bank-accounts/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has written to the Prime Minister, Chancellor of the Exchequer, leaders of opposition parties, and the Permanent Secretary to the Treasury, expressing deep concerns over the arbitrary closure of bank accounts belonging to Muslim individuals and Muslim organisations. In the letter, the MCB highlights the recurring issue of banks
- [Letters to the Editor, The Times: British Muslims and the arbitrary closure of banking services](https://mcb.org.uk/letters-to-the-editor-the-times-british-muslims-and-the-arbitrary-closure-of-banking-services/) - Today, MCB Deputy Secretary-General Mohammed Kozbar sent the following letter to the editor in response to the article "'Anti-discrimination' culture is forcing a new totalitarianism" (The Times, 21st July 2023), requesting it be published in full. Sir, In calling out the denial of banking services to Nigel Farage in her article ('Anti-discrimination' culture is forcing
- [MCB congratulates the Muslim Community Association on successful Community Service Awards](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-congratulate-mca-on-successful-community-service-awards/) - MCB congratulates its affiliate, the Muslim Community Association, on the delivery of their Community Service Awards The Awards were organised by the Muslim Community Association (MCA), with the support of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre, The United Kingdom Islamic Mission (UKIM) and Islam Channel. Given the pervasiveness
- [MCB Secretary-General attends Armed Forces' Eid celebrations at RAF Northolt](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-joins-eid-celebrations-with-the-armed-forces/) - The MCB Secretary-General was honoured to attend the Armed Forces Eid Reception at RAF Northolt. Heartfelt reflections on Hajj by AFMA Champion Air Marshal Martin Sampson and Gp Capt Jon Hough were most appreciated. Endorsed by the MCB, Imam Ali Omar Ali, Squadron Leader and the first imam to receive a commission in the Royal
- [MCB Secretary-General attends inaugural Butcher's Hall Eid Reception](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-makes-history-in-butchers-hall-eid-reception/) - MCB Secretary-General joined celebrations for Eid-al-Adha at Butchers’ Hall, as keynote speaker for their first ever, Eid Al Adha reception. The event recognised the contributions and efforts from those across the halal meat sector, now a great contributor to the UK economy. MCB Secretary-General shared several important reflections, highlighting how food is a powerful way
- [Two years on: MCB responds to latest Singh Investigation review](https://mcb.org.uk/two-years-on-mcb-responds-to-latest-singh-investigation-review/) - STATEMENT Today, the Singh Investigation issued a release blaming churn within the Conservative Party for the significant delays in tackling Islamophobia within the Party. The MCB has long-since advocated for the tackling of Islamophobia in Party politics, having submitted two separate dossiers to the Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) detailing hundreds of individual cases
- [Islamic New Year – Muharram, 1445: Welcoming a prosperous new year](https://mcb.org.uk/islamic-new-year-muharram-1445-welcoming-a-prosperous-new-year-july-19-2023/) - The month of Muharram is the first month in the Hijri - or Islamic - calendar. Today, on the first of Muharram, we welcome the Islamic new year. The month is revered as one of the four holy months observed by Muslims worldwide and this sacred time provides an opportunity for pause, introspection and reflection.
- [Joint civil society statement on the passage of the Illegal Migration Act, July 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/joint-civil-society-statement-on-the-passage-of-the-illegal-migration-act-july-2023/) - As a coalition of 290 organisations representing the human rights, migrants’ rights, refugee and asylum, anti-trafficking, children’s, violence against women and girls, disability rights, health, LGBTQI+, housing, racial justice, criminal justice, arts, international development, environment, democracy, pan-equality, faith, access to justice, and other sectors, we condemn the passage of the Illegal Migration Act, and stand
- [MCB Marks Srebrenica Memorial Day 2023: Together We Are One](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-srebrenica-memorial-day-2023-together-we-are-one/) - Today, we join in observing Srebrenica Memorial Day. It marks the 28th anniversary of the Bosnian genocide, in which over 8000 Muslim men and boys were systematically killed within the span of a few days. To date, a significant number of victims have not been found. On this solemn day, we pray for the innocent
- [MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed Attends ‘Building Bridges between East and West’ Conference at UN Headquarters](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-zara-mohammed-attends-building-bridges-between-east-and-west-forum-at-un-headquarters/) - The Muslim Council of Britain's (MCB) Secretary-General, Zara Mohammed, joined a high-level session at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, organised by the Muslim World league: ‘Building Bridges between East and West.’ The conference was attended by speakers from across international faith communities, notable civil society leaders and High Representatives from the United
- [MCB Secretary-General attends First Minister Multi-Faith Reception](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-attends-first-minister-multi-faith-reception/) - MCB Secretary-General joins the First Minister of Scotland for Multi-Faith celebration at Edinburgh Castle, June 2023 Bringing together faith communities and civic society leaders across Scotland, the First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf, recognised the great efforts and role of faith communities to society, both in crisis such as the pandemic but also in bringing
- [Meeting Our Affiliates in Bolton](https://mcb.org.uk/meeting-our-affiliates-in-bolton/) - The MCB Leadership team were pleased to meet with some of our key affiliate groups in Bolton, June 21st 2023. Ummah Welfare Trust Our leadership team had a really insightful visit with our affiliate Ummah Welfare Trust, meeting their Chair Muhammad Seedat. We learned of the great work the charity is doing around compliance and
- [MCB Team Visit Affiliates In Bradford & Leeds](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-team-visit-affiliates-in-bradford/) - MCB Leadership Team visit community groups and affiliates in Bradford and Leeds, June 2, 2023 As part of MCB Community wide engagement, our Secretary-General and Assistant Secretary-General, Dr Shahzad Amin travelled to the city of Bradford. A city of great diversity, culture and community activities, the MCB team were delighted to be hosted by a
- [MCB Commends Popda Society for Annual Event: Celebrating History and Community](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-commends-popda-society-for-annual-event-celebrating-history-and-community/) - MCB Secretary-General and Assistant Secretary-General, Dr Shahzad Amin were delighted to attend, Popda Society, annual event in Birmingham, Sat 2nd July. The event brought together key community figures, academics, educators and community members for an afternoon of insightful talks, food and networking. During the event, MCB Secretary-General shared a keynote address, highlighting the importance of
- [MCB Secretary-General calls for greater inclusion at Met Police Eid Celebration](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-emphasizes-the-need-for-enhanced-inclusion-at-met-police-eid-celebration/) - The MCB Secretary-General joined in Eid Al Adha celebrations at New Scotland Yard with the Metropolitan Police. It was a truly remarkable event that celebrated the vibrant diversity present within our British communities. Esteemed guest speakers, including former Lord Mayor Hamza Taouzzle and Chief Superintendent Jeff Boothe, reiterated the Met Police's unwavering commitment to fostering
- [MCB Parliamentary Roundup: Key policy and legislation updates (23rd June-7th July)](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-parliamentary-roundup-key-policy-and-legislation-updates-23rd-june-7th-july/) - What policy/legislation we’ve been engaging and key associated updates Rwanda Policy: The Government’s Rwanda policy for asylum seekers, a part of the (now) Nationality and Borders Act, was deemed unlawful by the Court of Appeal. The MCB joined a wide coalition of organisations in raising awareness of, and voicing opposition to, the Nationality and Borders
- [Muslim of Council of Britain delivers inaugural Eid with Refugees campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-of-council-of-britain-delivers-inaugural-national-eid-with-refugees-campaign/) - Following Eid al-Adha celebrations from the 1st to 3rd of July, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) delivered its inaugural Eid with Refugees campaign. Eid with Refugees events also followed Refugee Week 2023 (19th-25th June), which was rooted in the theme of compassion. Putting compassion into action, Mosques and community centres across the UK have hosted Eid
- [MCB expresses deep concern regarding proposed Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-expresses-deep-concern-regarding-the-proposed-economic-activity-of-public-bodies-overseas-matters-bill/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has expressed deep concern regarding the proposed Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill. The Bill is tantamount to a restriction on freedom of expression in the public sector, specifically insofar as the application of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement is concerned, and is a
- [Muslim Council of Britain commemorates 75 years of the NHS](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-commemorates-75-years-of-the-nhs/) - STATEMENT The National Health Service (NHS) is a vital institution that lays at the very heart of public service in the UK. On the occasion of the 75th anniversary since its founding, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) extends its heartiest congratulations, deepest appreciation and well wishes to the NHS and the entirety of its
- [MCB Secretary-General invited to speak at the Cambridge Union Debate](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-invited-to-speak-at-the-cambridge-union-debate/) - MCB Secretary-General was invited to speak at the Cambridge Union Debate, advocating for 'This House Believes in a Loving God.' I shared the Islamic view of God as 'The Loving' & 'Most Merciful,' reflecting on the miracles surrounding us, from our blinking eyes to our beating heart. The debate brought together a wide breadth of
- [MCB calls for action following Ministerial participation in alarmingly divisive National Conservatism Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-action-following-ministerial-participation-in-alarmingly-divisive-national-conservatism-conference/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today called on the Conservative Party to take firm action against the radical right-wing extremism that is now infecting its ranks. This manifested itself this week with the Home Secretary Suella Braverman endorsing the hard-right polemicist Douglas Murray during her speech at the National Conservativism Conference. Murray's shocking views were
- [Remembering the Nakba: Muslim Council of Britain Recalls 75 Years of Palestinian Dispossession](https://mcb.org.uk/remembering-the-nakba-muslim-council-of-britain-recalls-75-years-of-palestinian-dispossession/) - PRESS RELEASE 15 may 2023 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Nakba: the unspeakable tragedy where 750,000 Palestinians were forcibly displaced from their homes and lands in 1948. As a result, some 6 million Palestinian refugees now live in camps accross Palestine and the neighbouring countries. These are people
- [Muslim Council of Britain Congratulates King Charles III on Inclusive Coronation Ceremony](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-congratulates-king-charles-iii-on-inclusive-coronation-ceremony/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) extends its warmest congratulations to King Charles III upon the advent of his coronation ceremony. We commend his commitment to inclusivity and unity by inviting members of all faith communities, including Sikhs, Muslims, Jews, Christians, and others, to participate in the ceremony. Zara Mohammed, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council
- [Local Elections 2023: Voter ID and Face Coverings](https://mcb.org.uk/local-elections-2023-voter-id-and-face-coverings/) - In 2022, the law was changed so you will be required to show photo ID when voting in person at a polling station in some elections. This will apply for the first time at the local elections taking place in around 230 areas of England on 4 May 2023. A wide range of forms of
- [Local Elections 2023: MCB's Cross-Party Pledges in support of Muslim communities](https://mcb.org.uk/local-elections-2023-mcbs-cross-party-election-pledges/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has launched the below list of pledges for candidates running in the upcoming local elections in England, to be held on Thursday, 4th May. The five pledges aim to promote a diverse and inclusive society, tackle Islamophobia, address the cost-of-living crisis, challenge inequalities in health, housing, and employment, and
- [Free Rached Ghannouchi and Said Ferjani: Muslim Council of Britain Calls on UK Government to Seek Their Release](https://mcb.org.uk/free-rached-ghannouchi-and-said-ferjani-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-on-uk-government-to-seek-their-release/) - 29 APRIL 2023 Today the Muslim Council of Britain calls on our government to take action on the detainment of Rached Ghannouchi and Said Ferjani in Tunisia. Their arrest has been criticised by international human rights groups. The two individuals are not only leading advocates for democracy, freedom and human rights, but they also have
- [Muslim Council of Britain launches cross-party pledges in support of Muslim voters ahead of Local Elections 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-cross-party-pledges-in-service-of-muslim-voters-ahead-of-local-elections-2023/) - PRESS RELEASE Today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has launched a list of cross-party pledges for candidates running in the upcoming local elections, to be held in England on Thursday, 4th May. The MCB is urging candidates to consider endorsing these pledges ahead of engaging Muslim voters. The five pledges aim to promote a
- [Bloom Review Points to the Contribution of Faith Communities in Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/bloom-review-points-to-the-contribution-of-faith-communities-in-britain/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain offers the following reflection of the ‘Bloom Review’, which is billed as an independent review into how government engages with faith. This is an important intervention and should serve as a starting point for discussion. The Role of Faiths in Britain Today We fully endorse the Review’s
- [Muslim Council of Britain responds to latest Joseph Rowntree Foundation report revealing deepening poverty in Scotland](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-latest-joseph-rowntree-foundation-report-revealing-deepening-poverty-in-scotland/) - Today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) responded to the latest Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) report, ‘Deepening poverty in Scotland – No one left behind’, which has revealed a striking increase in the proportion of people living in very deep poverty in Scotland. The report has revealed that 1 in 12 people in Scotland are
- [MCB joins in calling upon Home Secretary to withdraw divisive grooming gang comments](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-in-calling-upon-home-secretary-to-withdraw-divisive-grooming-gang-comments/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has joined dozens of organisations in calling upon the Home Secretary to withdraw her divisive and irresponsible comments on grooming gangs. In 2020, Home Office research found that the vast majority of perpetrators of group-based child sexual exploitation (CSE) were white men under 30 years of age. Commenting, Zara Mohammed,
- [Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Desecration of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli forces again during holy month of Ramadan](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-desecration-of-al-aqsa-mosque-by-israeli-forces-again-during-holy-month-of-ramadan/) - Attack of Islam’s third holiest mosque and ongoing violence against innocent civilians in Palestine April 7th 2023 In the holy month of Ramadan we have witnessed attacks by Israeli occupation forces on worshippers in Al-Aqsa Mosque; heavy bombardment upon the people of Gaza - the world’s largest open air prison, with more than 2 million
- [Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Attack on Al Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-attack-on-al-aqsa-mosque-during-ramadan/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) strongly condemns the storming of the Al Aqsa Mosque and beating of innocent worshippers on Tuesday 4th April 2023, during the holy month of Ramadan. Israeli occupation forces fired stun grenades and tear gas inside the mosque during the attacks on Palestinian worshippers. These were deeply distressing scenes
- [Fight grooming gangs, don’t foment division: MCB on the Home Secretary’s divisive comments](https://mcb.org.uk/fight-grooming-gangs-dont-foment-division-mcb-on-the-home-secretarys-divisive-comments/) - The Home Secretary has taken to the Mail on Sunday and the airwaves to talk about grooming gangs and singling out criminals of British Pakistani origin The grooming of young girls is criminal, abhorrent and goes against the tenets of our faith. We have long spoken against those responsible, whatever their background. In 2020, the
- [Government White Paper on The 2001 Census The Religion Question & What Needs to be Done](https://mcb.org.uk/government-white-paper-on-the-2001-census-the-religion-question-what-needs-to-be-done/) - 23rd March 1999 The MCB welcomes the proposal in the White Paper 'The 2001 Census of Population' (Cm 4253) to include a question on religion in the next decennial census planned for 29th April 2001. Up to now, resource allocation based on 'race relations thinking' has not adequately addressed issues of social exclusion and discrimination
- [Religious Affiliation Counts in the Census](https://mcb.org.uk/religious-affiliation-counts-in-the-census/) - 27th April 2001 Census 2001 - Gathering facts to make a fairer societyReligious Affiliation Counts in the Census Sunday 29th April is an historic occasion for the faith communities across Britain. As people complete their Census forms, for the first time in England, Scotland and Wales, they will be invited to answer a question about
- [Census Results – Social history in the making](https://mcb.org.uk/census-results-–-social-history-in-the-making/) - 13 Feb 2003 For the first time in 150 years, official statistics are available on the size of Britain's faith communities. `This is a landmark event and social history in the making', noted Iqbal Sacranie, Secretary General of The Muslim Council of Britain. Statistics announced this morning by National Statistics, the government agency responsible for
- [Census Finding: 'Muslim Population - Young and Diverse'](https://mcb.org.uk/702-2/) - Tuesday, 01 October 2013 Dr Sundas Ali The recently released data from the 2011 Census of England and Wales indicates the population of Muslims has increased 1.1 million over the last ten years. It stands at 2.7 million (1.6 million in 2001). Muslims constitute 4.8 per cent of the total population, an increase from 2.7
- [Census 2021 Consultation](https://mcb.org.uk/census-2021-consultation/) - 21 December 2017 The Office for National Statistics (ONS) organised a 'Census, Population & Public Policy Forum' on 13 December to gauge views in the areas of ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation. Dr Jamil Sherif of ReDoc represented the MCB at the forum, which included participation from faith communities and other advocacy groups. Two
- [Muslim Council of Britain congratulates Scotland’s Next First Minister](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-congratulates-scotlands-next-first-minister/) - The Muslim Council of Britain extends its warmest congratulations to Humza Yousaf on his historic election as the leader of the Scottish National Party and then, the first Muslim First Minister of Scotland. MCB Secretary-General, Zara Mohammed said: "The election of Humza Yousaf is not only momentous for Scotland but also for the United Kingdom:
- [Muslim Council of Britain launches guide to Ramadan ahead of holy month](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-guide-to-ramadan-ahead-of-holy-month/) - Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, and is observed by Muslims worldwide. It is a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, charity and community service and engagement for those observing, all with a purpose of achieving greater god consciousness. For those observing Ramadan, the Muslim Council of Britain's (MCB) Ramadan Guide 2023
- [MCB International Women's Day 2023: Celebrating with Muslim women across the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-international-womens-day-2023-celebrating-with-muslim-women-across-the-uk/) - The MCB leadership team hosted a special online event for young girls to celebrate the success of local Muslim women and their contribution to local communities. MCB Secretary-General spent a week travelling across the UK to learn more about the achievements and successes of local Muslim women. What we got up to: NATO Markom IWD
- [Casey Report: MCB responds to findings of institutional failings within Metropolitan Police](https://mcb.org.uk/louise-casey-report-mcb-responds-to-findings-of-institutional-failings-within-metropolitan-police/) - Responding to the findings of the Casey report into the Metropolitan Police force, Zara Mohammed, Secretary General, Muslim Council of Britain, said: "Baroness Louise Casey's report is a damning indictment of the culture of impunity within the Metropolitan Police force, where officers from minority backgrounds have been subject to unchecked racism and discrimination, and the
- [MCB calls upon UK Government to scrap cruel Anti-Refugee Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-upon-uk-government-to-scrap-cruel-anti-refugee-bill/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has called upon the Government to scrap its cruel 'Illegal Migration Bill' - widely known as the 'Anti-Refugee' or 'Refugee Ban Bill' - ahead of its second reading in parliament today. The highly contentious Bill will remove protections from modern slavery and grant the Home Secretary power to overrule
- [MCB co-hosts event in UK parliament to mark 1st UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-co-hosts-event-in-uk-parliament-to-mark-1st-un-international-day-to-combat-islamophobia/) - The Muslim Council of Britain, together with Afzal Khan MP, hosted a session in parliament to mark the inaugural UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia, observed on Wednesday 15th March 2023. Falling on the 4th Anniversary of the Christchurch terror attack, and set against the backdrop of increased hate crime against British Muslims, and targeting
- [1st UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia: MCB issues joint statement with global Muslim advocacy groups](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-joint-statement/) - Today, Wednesday, 15th March 2023, marks the UN's inaugural International Day to Combat Islamophobia. On this day, the MCB has united with Muslim advocacy organisations from across the globe, including the USA, France, Spain and Australia, to issue a joint call to action. Find our joint statement here: Notes to editors: For any media enquiries,
- [MCB marks inaugural United Nations' International Day to Combat Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/un-day-to-combat-islamophobia/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has been actively working to tackle Islamophobia in the UK. To mark the inaugural UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we have united with global Muslim advocacy organisations to issue a joint statement. Read our joint statement: '1st UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia: MCB issues joint statement with global
- [International Women's Day 2023: Celebrating British Muslim women, working towards greater equity](https://mcb.org.uk/international-womens-day-2023-celebrating-british-muslim-women-working-towards-greater-equity/) - Starting today, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) will join the world in celebrating International Women's Day. The theme of #EmbraceEquity will be at the core of all celebrations. MCB Secretary General, Zara Mohammed, will mark the occasion with a series of events dedicated to bringing together and celebrating British Muslim women, starting with an
- [The Muslim Council of Britain on the Controversy in Wakefield Schools](https://mcb.org.uk/the-muslim-council-of-britain-on-the-controversy-in-wakefield-schools/) - Over the last week, there has been speculative reporting around an alleged incident at a Wakefield school involving the damage – wilful or otherwise – of the holy Qur’an. The subsequent response involving the local police has been clear that no crime has taken place. However, without establishing the full facts, it would be irresponsible
- [Bringing Black British Muslim Voices to the Fore: New Landmark Report](https://mcb.org.uk/bringing-black-british-muslim-voices-to-the-fore-new-landmark-report/) - PRESS RELEASE A new report has been published today by the Muslim Council of Britain in collaboration with Everyday Muslims and other partner organisations, shining a light on the heritage, perspectives and contributions of Black, African and African-Caribbean Muslims in the UK. Race, Faith & Community in Contemporary Britain brings together a dynamic group of
- [Joint report reveals difficulties British Muslims face accessing healthcare](https://mcb.org.uk/joint-report-reveals-difficulties-british-muslims-face-accessing-healthcare/) - Joint study between the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), Marie Curie, University College London (UCL) and University of Leeds lays bare health inequalities impacting British Muslims Interviews reveal issues accessing palliative and end of life care Lack of awareness of available services among British Muslim communities A new report has laid bare difficulties British Muslims
- [The MCB issues clarification on the 'Muslim Council of the UK'](https://mcb.org.uk/the-mcb-clarifies-to-the-muslim-council-of-the-uk/) - In recent weeks, an entity referring to itself as ‘The Muslim Council of UK’ has been confused for the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB). Scottish media outlets have quoted said entity on matters pertaining to the SNP leadership race. The MCB has issued the following clarification: "The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is a democratic
- [MCB writes to Foreign Secretary, calls for humanitarian corridors into northern Syria following earthquake](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-writes-to-foreign-secretary-calls-for-humanitarian-corridors-into-northern-syria-following-earthquake/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has written to the Foreign Secretary, the Rt Hon James Cleverly, to express deep concern over the humanitarian crisis in northern Syria following the recent earthquake in the region. The MCB has also called for the Foreign Office to work with international partners to establish humanitarian corridors into northern
- [MCB’s full response to Jewish Chronicle article on new Deputy Secretary General](https://mcb.org.uk/response-to-loaded-jewish-chronicle-article-targeting-mcb-deputy-secretary-general-published-in-full/) - The Muslim Council of Britain's (MCB) full response to David Rose's article, published by the Jewish Chronicle on 9th February 2023. A few weeks ago, the Jewish Chronicle wrote to the Muslim Council of Britain’s newly elected Deputy Secretary General, Mohammed Kozbar. We publish below the full and unedited response which the paper chose not
- [Building Trust into an Effective Counter-Terrorism Strategy](https://mcb.org.uk/building-trust-into-an-effective-counter-terrorism-strategy/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today gave its response to the heavily trailed ‘independent’ review on the Prevent strand of the Government’s Counter-Terrorism Strategy. The Muslim Council of Britain believes that the review will make Britain less safe and will make British Muslims feel particularly vulnerable as it attempts to play down the threat of
- [Muslim Council of Britain successfully elects new leadership at AGM 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-successfully-elects-new-leadership-agm-2023/) - Annual General Meeting 2023 held Saturday 28th January Zara Mohammed re-elected as Secretary General for next two-year term (2023-2025) New National Council and Deputy Secretary General also elected This weekend, Britain’s largest democratic Muslim umbrella body successfully held its annual general meeting, in which a new National Council and Deputy Secretary General (DSG) were elected.
- [MCB writes to Swedish Ambassador to the UK, H.E. Ms Mikaela Kumlin Granit, following Qur'an-burning](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-writes-to-swedish-ambassador-to-the-uk-h-e-ms-mikaela-kumlin-granit-following-quran-burning/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has written to the to Swedish Ambassador to the UK, H.E. Ms Mikaela Kumlin Granit, relaying the deep concerns raised within our affiliate networks and requesting constructive dialogue, following the recent Qur'an-burning in Stockholm, Sweden. Click to view a PDF version of the letter. The full text of the letter
- [Not in our Name: British Muslims Condemn the Barbarity of ISIS](https://mcb.org.uk/not-in-our-name-british-muslims-condemn-the-barbarity-of-isis/) - The Muslim Council of Britain once again condemned the actions of the so called "Islamic State in Syria and the Levant", ISIS. Today we express once again our rebuke of this reprehensible organisation. We are horrified at the abhorrent murder of James Foley, a reporter who initially went to the region to expose the human rights
- [Re-opening: Regional Feedback Webinars](https://mcb.org.uk/re-opening-regional-feedback-webinars/) - Re-opening: Regional Feedback Webinars Following consultation with over 350 Muslim institutions and scholars across the UK during May, MCB issued initial discussion guidelines on re-opening safely. Click here to download the discussion guidelines (PDF). In early June, Muslim community members are invited to join a regional feedback webinar on how mosques, madrasas and community centres in your
- [MCB Celebrates 25 Years: Anniversary Dinner](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-celebrates-25-years-anniversary-dinner/) - This year, the Muslim Council of Britain celebrates 25 years since its founding. On Friday 25th November, the MCB marked the beginning of our 25th anniversary celebration with an event at the Waldorf Hilton Hotel in London. We were honoured to be joined by political, faith and civil society leaders, alongside pioneers and figures of
- [Islamophobia Awareness Month 2022: Parliamentary Drop-In Event](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-awareness-month-2022-parliamentary-drop-in-event/) - The role of politics and decision makers is critical to addressing the scale and scope of Islamophobia in our society, and so the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) continues to bring it to their attention. This November, the MCB joined Afzal Khan MP and Human Rights Watch in hosting an IAM2022 parliamentary drop-in session for
- [Updated - Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for Muslim communities](https://mcb.org.uk/coronavirus-guidance-for-mosques-and-madrassas/) - To address concerns raised by several MCB members regarding the impact of the Coronavirus on mosques and madrassas in the UK, we have compiled this advice page. This page will be updated regularly.
- [Eid Message from Secretary General of MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-message-from-secretary-general-of-mcb/) - Eid Mubarak from the Muslim Council of Britain 10 August 2019 Assalamu Alaikum, Eid Al Adha marks the culmination of the greatest ten days of the year. As narrated by Ibn Abbas, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), said: “There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these
- [The Muslim Council of Britain to launch legal action against Sri Lankan government’s ‘forced cremations’](https://mcb.org.uk/sri-lanka-forced-cremations/) - PRESS RELEASE 30 December 2020 The Muslim Council of Britain to launch legal action against Sri Lankan government’s ‘forced cremations’ "The ongoing 'forced cremation' policy by the Sri Lankan Government of COVID-19 deceased has included a 20-day old baby and over 100 Muslims according to a reliable source. In response to this, the Muslim Council
- [The Muslim Council of Britain call on the UN to halt forced cremations in Sri Lanka](https://mcb.org.uk/call-on-un/) - PRESS RELEASE 8 February 2021 The Muslim Council of Britain call on the UN to halt forced cremations in Sri Lanka The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has submitted a complaint to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHCR) given the Sri Lankan government’s ongoing policy on forced cremations. Zara Mohammed, the Secretary General of
- [The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes expert panel guidance on Sri Lankan 'compulsory cremations'](https://mcb.org.uk/sri-lanka-compulsory-cremations/) - PRESS RELEASE 6 JANUARY 2021 THE MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN WELCOMES EXPERT PANEL GUIDANCE ON SRI LANKAN ‘COMPULSORY CREMATIONS’ The expert medical panel appointed by the Sri Lankan Ministry of Health has issued its revised guidance on the current ‘compulsory cremation’ policy of COVID-19 deceased. The panel chaired by Senior Professor in Microbiology, Jennifer Perera,
- [Celebrating Strength in Working Together, Cherishing Diversity and Unity](https://mcb.org.uk/celebrating-strength-in-working-together-cherishing-diversity-and-unity/) - 26 April 2017 The Muslim Council of Britain celebrated the strength in uniting for the common good, with civil society leaders, interfaith, politics, business and the community at its eighth Muslim Leadership Dinner yesterday, at the Millenium Hotel in Mayfair. The evening celebrated the work of the late MP
- [Muslim Council of Britain releases guidance for celebrating a #SafeEid 2021](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-releases-guidance-for-celebrating-a-safeeid-2021/) - PRESS RELEASE 10 May 2021 MCB releases guidance for celebrating a #SafeEid 2021 Eid Al-Fitr, the celebration at the end of Ramadan, is to be marked by Muslims across the world this week, 12 to 14 May, subject to the sighting of the new moon. The Muslim Council of Britain has today released guidance that
- [MCB's 5-Step Guide to Welcome Refugees 2021](https://mcb.org.uk/mcbs-5-step-guide-to-welcome-refugees-2021/) - Afghan families have been arriving to the UK in recent weeks under official resettlement schemes. Many are currently quarantining in hotels near arrival airports, and remain in desperate need of help and support as they continue navigating the resettlement process. The Muslim Council of Britain has compiled a comprehensive 5-step guide for mosques interested in
- [Supporting Afghan families arriving in the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/supporting-afghan-families-arriving-in-the-uk/) - Thousands of desperate Afghan families have been arriving to the UK in recent weeks under official resettlement schemes. Many are currently quarantining in hotels near arrival airports. Many organisations within the MCB's membership network and wider British Muslim communities have been supporting efforts in providing emergency aid and relocation assistance in recent days. Below is
- [MCB Releases 6-Step Guide to Keeping Mosques Safe & Secure](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-releases-6-step-guide-to-keeping-mosques-safe-secure/) - PRESS RELEASE Today, the Muslim Council of Britain has released its ‘6-Step Guide to Keeping Mosques Safe and Secure’ - a dedicated guidance for mosques that details the steps mosque management should take to ensure their institutions and congregations are protected against the advent of potential hate crime offenses. The release of this Mosque safety
- [Uighurs: Genocide Amendment to Trade Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/uighurs-genocide-amendment-to-trade-bill/) - Briefing to MPs in the House of Commons ahead of important vote
- [The Times issues a Front Page Note About a Correction of Yet Another Story Scapegoating Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/the-times-front-page-note-correction-yet-another-story-scapegoating-muslims/) - 25 April 2018 The Muslim Council of Britain today welcomed the ruling of press regulator IPSO who forced The Times to correct its inaccurate third front-page story of 30 August 2017, headlined “Christian child forced into Muslim foster care”. It marks, as we understand, the first front-page note on a Muslim-related story. Harun Khan, Secretary
- [MCB Launches Proudly Muslim & Black E-Magazine](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-launches-proudly-muslim-black-e-magazine/) - PRESS RELEASE Today, the Muslim Council of Britain launched the first edition of its Proudly Muslim and Black project’s dedicated E-Magazine. Founded in partnership with Everyday Muslim and Black Muslim Forum in 2019, the MCB’s Proudly Muslim & Black (PMB) project aims to celebrate the contributions, history, and heritage of Black Muslims in Britain today,
- [8 Step Guide to Mosque Re-opening](https://mcb.org.uk/8-step-guide-to-mosque-re-opening/) - Following the announcement of further lockdown restriction easing in England from 19 July 2021, it is important that we come out of the lockdown in a way that finds a balance between safety and a return to worshipping as normal. With input from health care professionals, scholars, mosque committees and Muslim community members, the MCB
- [Daily Mail Removes Completely False Article and Issues 8 Corrections](https://mcb.org.uk/daily-mail-removes-completely-false-article-and-issues-8-corrections/) - Daily Mail Removes Completely False Article and Issues 8 Corrections In July 2018, the Daily Mail published a double page spread full of lies and inaccuracies about Muslim immigrants. In fact, the article was wholly false, and after a 6 month challenge, the Daily Mail finally took action and not only issued an article with
- [MCB releases its 6-Step Guide to Eco-Friendly Mosques as COP26 nears conclusion](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-releases-its-6-step-guide-to-eco-friendly-mosques/) - PRESS RELEASE Today, the Muslim Council of Britain released its 6-Step Guide to Eco-Friendly Mosques; a resource dedicated to raising greater awareness around climate change within Mosque communities and providing tips on how Mosques can become more sustainable. The guide also introduces two sets of pledges, aimed at engaging both Mosques, and British Muslims, in climate
- [MCB visits Muslims in Aberdeen](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-visits-muslims-in-aberdeen/) - MCB Secretary-General was delighted to receive an invitation to join MCB affiliate, the Aberdeen Mosque and Islamic Centre for a programme of events and an evening talk It was wonderful to meet Dr Ibrahim Alwawi (Imam), sister Azeezah (Trustee), sister Kamariah Ismail (Trustee) and Dr Abdalla Mohamed ( Trustee and MCB NC member). SG Zara
- [Older people's housing & care: MCB contributes to APPG and raising awareness of upcoming demographic changes](https://mcb.org.uk/older-peoples-housing-care-mcb-contributes-to-appg-and-raising-awareness-of-upcoming-demographic-changes/) - On Tuesday 15th November 2022, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) contributed to the APPG on Housing & Care for Older People co-chaired by Peter Aldous MP and Lord Best. Building on the MCB's elderly care report, Deputy Secretary General, Hassan Joudi, and Research & Documentation Committee Member, Abdul A Ravat highlighted key points at
- [MCB writes to Prime Minister over recent statements on moving British embassy to Jerusalem](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-writes-to-prime-minister-over-recent-statements-on-moving-british-embassy-to-jerusalem/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has written to Prime Minister Elizabeth Truss, expressing deep concern over recent statements regarding the moving of the British embassy to Jerusalem. Click to view a PDF version of the letter. The full text of the letter is as follows: Prime Minister 10 Downing Street SW1A 2AA Dear Prime Minister,
- [Connecting with Muslims in Dewsbury and Batley](https://mcb.org.uk/connecting-with-muslims-in-dewsbury-and-batley/) - On March 4 and 5 2022, the Muslim Council of Britain’s leadership team visited the towns of Batley and Dewsbury to meet its affiliates, community activists, faith leaders and politicians. Led by MCB Secretary General Zara Mohammed, the leadership team met with over 17 organisations in the towns to learn of their fantastic work serving
- [MCB Launches Comprehensive Guide Welcoming Ramadan 2022](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-launches-comprehensive-guide-welcoming-ramadan-2022/) - PRESS RELEASE 28th March 2022 The Muslim Council of Britain is delighted to announce the launch of its guide welcoming Ramadan 2022 (PDF). Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, charity and community. For those interested in learning more about Ramadan,
- [Muslims Named in the 2023 New Years Honours List](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-named-in-the-2023-new-years-honours-list/) - British Muslims were named in the New Year's Honours List. The MCB congratulate all who have been named for 2023, especially those from the Muslim and minority ethnic communities. Among those named include Asrar Ul-Haq DL. He was one of the first Asian police officers in Greater Manchester Police and spent his career in policing,
- [Islam Awareness Course L1 - 1st June 2016](https://mcb.org.uk/islam-awareness-course-l1/) - **6 SPACES REMAINING**WEDNESDAY 1st JUNE 2016 10AM – 5.30PM | £50.00* (*Concessionary rates available, email directly to discuss options) Muslims are part of the mosaic of British society. However, Islam is still one of the world’s most misunderstood religions. Many Muslims wear visible signs of their faith, which can lead to the perpetuation of stereotypes
- [Refugee Aid and Relief Information](https://mcb.org.uk/refugee-aid-and-relief-information/) - NATIONAL ORGANISATIONS Al Khair Foundation https://alkhair.org/help-refugees/ Al-Khair Foundation is a UK-based international NGO established in 2003 and aims to provide humanitarian support, international development and emergency relief in some of the world’s most deprived areas. Asylum Aid https://www.asylumaid.org.uk/ Asylum Aid works to secure protection for asylum seekers by providing free legal advice and representation, and campaigns for
- [Defining Islamophobia: Comprehensive report amplifies what it is, what it isn’t and why it matters](https://mcb.org.uk/defining-islamophobia-comprehensive-report-amplifies-what-it-is-what-it-isnt-and-why-it-matters/) - PRESS RELEASE 2 March 2021 A new report by the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) provides the most comprehensive analysis yet of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on British Muslims’ definition of Islamophobia. First put forward in 2019, the proposed definition has since become the preeminent reference point for Islamophobia in the UK today.
- [MCB visits Muslim communities in West-Yorkshire](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-visits-muslim-communities-in-west-yorkshire/) - The MCB team was delighted to visit Muslim communities and long-standing affiliates in West-Yorkshire, on the hottest days in the UK. The purpose of these engagements was to get a better understanding of the work that is happening locally, strengthen relationships, and gain feedback that can help support the development of the MCB strategy moving
- [Remembering Lord Adam Patel](https://mcb.org.uk/remembering-lord-adam-patel/) - Lord Adam Hafejee Patel (7 June 1940 – 29 May 2019), a tireless community activist and Baron of Blackburn, died yesterday (29 May 2019) at the age of 78. He was a British businessman and Labour Member of the House of Lords. He left his village of Kamad, in Gujurat, India in 1965, arriving in
- [FREE Madrassa Teacher Training](https://mcb.org.uk/made-free-madrassa-teacher-training/) - As part of the Green Up scheme, MADE in Europe, an affiliate of the MCB, are offering a fantastic opportunity for Madrasah Teachers, young leaders or anyone who teaches within an extra-curricular setting to attend a FREE teacher training on Saturday August 29 from 13:30 to 17:30 where they will be: o Giving out a
- [Candidates' Manifestos: MCB Election Commissioner Khalid Sofi’s Announcement](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-election-commissioner-khalid-sofis-announcement-4th-june-2018/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Standing for the office of Secretary General of the MCB for 2018-2020, to be elected by delegates at the 21st Annual General Meeting on Sunday 8th July is: Mr Harun Rashid Khan Delegates on the day will also be presented with ballot papers for the election of one of the following for the office of
- [Survey: Impact of COVID on Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/survey-covid-impact-mosques-2021/) - Complete this short survey on the impact of the COVID19 pandemic on your mosque
- [The Great Big Green Week 2021](https://mcb.org.uk/the-great-big-green-week-2021/) - Muslim Council of Britain Partners with Muslim Charities Forum and The Climate Coalition for The Great Big Green Week 2021 | 18th - 26th September As Muslims, we have a duty to care for our planet. We have been instructed to refrain from committing abuse of Allah SWT creations, instead treading upon this Earth with consideration and
- [Muslim Council of Britain welcomes COP26: The time for action is now](https://mcb.org.uk/the-muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-cop26-the-time-for-action-is-now/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the start of the UN Climate Change Conference, COP26, taking place in Glasgow from Sunday, 31st October to 12th November. World leaders, campaigners, activists and industry representatives are set to gather to discuss commitments from previous accords and a vision for 2050. As such, the conference represents a critical opportunity in global efforts to avert climate catastrophe. COP26 will also be coinciding with the beginning of Interfaith Week 2021,
- [Al-Aqsa Violence and Eviction of Palestinians: MCB calls for UK Government action](https://mcb.org.uk/al-aqsa-violence-and-eviction-of-palestinians-mcb-calls-for-uk-government-action/) - PRESS RELEASE 10 May 2021 Al-Aqsa Violence and Eviction of Palestinians: MCB calls for UK Government action The recent violence from Israeli forces towards worshippers in the Al Aqsa mosque has left over300 Palestinians injured, and more than 228 hospitalisedby use of tear gas, stun grenades, and rubber coated steel bullets. These actions have desecrated
- [MCB calls for sustained action against the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-sustained-action-against-the-israeli-occupation-of-palestinian-territories/) - STATEMENT 21 May 2021 MCB calls for sustained action against the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes the news of a long overdue ceasefire coming into effect across the Gaza Strip’s borders following an 11-day Israeli offensive that has left devastation in its wake. As per latest figures: 232 Palestinians have been
- [United against un-British and sinister Nationality and Borders Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/united-against-un-british-and-sinister-nationality-and-borders-bill/) - PRESS RELEASE 16 DECEMBER 2021 Faith and civil society groups publish joint statement warning against the un-British and sinister Nationality and Borders Bill A coalition of faith and civil society groups today published a joint statement calling for Parliamentarians and Peers to speak out and vote against the Nationality and Borders Bill. The Bill passed
- [Muslim Council of Britain pays tribute to Archbishop Desmond Tutu](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-pays-tribute-to-archbishop-desmond-tutu/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain expresses its deepest condolences Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Mpilo Tutu, who passed away on the morning of 26 December 2021 in Cape Town at the age of 90. The Archbishop was well known for work against apartheid in South Africa alongside Nelson Mandela, and was a life long advocate for
- [Muslims Named in the 2022 New Years Honours List](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-named-in-the-2022-new-years-honours-list/) - Over 50 British Muslims were named in the 2022 New Years Honours List. We congratulate all those who have been singled out for their work during the Covid-19 pandemic. These include Kaneez Khan, Coordinator, Near Neighbours, West Yorkshire, recognised for services to Interfaith Relations, particularly during Covid-19; Dr Syed Ahmed, Clinical Director, Health Protection Scotland,
- [Nationality and Borders Bill: Peers urged to vote against powers to arbitrarily strip British citizenship](https://mcb.org.uk/nationality-and-borders-bill-peers-urged-to-vote-against-powers-to-arbitrarily-strip-british-citizenship/) - PRESS RELEASE Nationality and Borders Bill: Peers urged to vote against powers to arbitrarily strip British citizenship As members of the House of Lords convene this week, the Muslim Council of Britain renews its calls for peers to speak out and vote against the Nationality and Borders Bill. In particular, the MCB expresses grave concern
- [Ahead of Beijing 2022, Muslim Council of Britain asks broadcasters, influencers and athletes to recognise winter Olympics for what they are: The Genocide Games](https://mcb.org.uk/ahead-of-beijing-2022-muslim-council-of-britain-asks-broadcasters-influencers-and-athletes-to-recognise-winter-olympic-games-for-what-they-are-the-genocide-games/) - PRESS RELEASE 3rd February 2022 On 4 February 2022, athletes will gather for the Beijing Winter Olympics despite the ongoing persecution and genocide of Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang. Approximately 3 million Uyghurs have been forcibly detained at internment camps where they are subject to torture, rape, mass sterilisation, forced labour and made to renounce their Muslim beliefs and
- [Muslim Council of Britain responds to Institute of Race Relations report - 'Citizenship: From Right to Privilege'](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-institute-of-race-relations-report-citizenship-from-right-to-privilege/) - A new report by the Institute of Race Relations has detailed how citizenship-stripping powers introduced since 2002, and culminating in the Nationality and Borders Act 2022, have enshrined a ‘second-class citizenship’ in the UK that mainly affects British Muslims. Responding to the report, Zara Mohammed, Secretary-General, Muslim Council of Britain, said: “This report by the
- [MCB Participates in International Conference on Human Rights Violations Faced by Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-participates-in-international-conference-on-human-rights-violations-faced-by-muslims/) - MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed spoke at an international conference in Istanbul where she reflected on the growing trend of Islamophobia in the UK and the work the MCB is doing to tackle it. The conference was organised by the Permanent Human Rights Commission of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Turkish government. See also Q&A: Visibly
- [MCB position on Counter-Terrorism policy and PREVENT](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-position-on-counter-terrorism-policy-and-prevent/) - MCB position on Counter-Terrorism policy and PREVENT We appreciate people may be asking some questions about why the MCB has not signed the letter on the boycott of the Prevent review over the choice of chair, William Shawcross. For clarity: The MCB is currently finalising a considered community approach to counter-terrorism and Prevent. This will
- [Standing Together Against Injustice A New Year Message from the MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/standing-together-against-injustice-a-new-year-message-from-the-mcb/) - Islamic New Year - Muharram, 1441 2 September 2019 Sunday 1st September 2019 marked the beginning of the Islamic New Year and the month of Muharram. This is one of the four sacred months of the Hijri calendar, months in which Muslims are told by God to "wrong not yourselves therein" (9:36), by avoiding sin,
- [Strengthening Our Communities During a Pandemic - A New Year Message from the MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/strengthening-our-communities-during-a-pandemic-a-new-year-message-from-the-mcb/) - The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) referred to this month as ‘The Sacred month of Allah’, noting its significance and blessings and as one of the four sacred months in the Islamic calendar.
- [Kashmir: British Muslims Urge UK Government to Speak Out and Uphold International Law](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-press-release-kashmir-british-muslims-urge-uk-government-to-speak-out-and-uphold-international-law/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today urged our UK government to demand a halt to the inflammatory actions by India as they continue to lay siege on Kashmir and curtail further the rights of its people. Hundreds of thousands of Indian troops occupy the region, its political leaders are under house arrest and communication has
- [The MCB's Legal Affairs Committee Calls for Action on Kashmir](https://mcb.org.uk/the-mcbs-legal-affairs-committee-calls-for-action-on-kashmir/) - Press Release 7 October 2019 The MCB Legal Affairs Committee Calls on UK Lawyers to Take Action on Kashmir The MCB's Legal Affairs Committee last week called on the Bar Council and Law Society to lead the charge against the increasing and persistent human rights violations in Indian occupied Kashmir ("IoK"). On 5 August 2019, India
- [The Labour Party Undertakes to Reflect on Suggestions Put Forward on Kashmir Policy in Roundtable Facilitated by MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/the-labour-party-undertakes-to-reflect-on-suggestions-put-forward-on-kashmir-policy-in-roundtable-facilitated-by-mcb/) - “The MCB will continue to work to ensure the voices of Britain’s Kashmiri communities are heard.”
- [Statement on Government's position on Islamophobia definition](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-governments-position-on-islamophobia-definition/) - Following news of the Government's intention to reject the definition of Islamophobia proposed by the APPG on British Muslims last year, the Muslim Council of Britain issued the following statement. "It is truly extraordinary that the government believes it is better placed to determine the harm that Muslim communities face than Muslim communities themselves, who
- [Muslim Council of Britain submits formal complaint to EHRC over Conservative Party Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-submits-formal-complaint-to-ehrc-over-conservative-party-islamophobia/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has filed a complaint with the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) over Islamophobia within the Conservative Party today. See the full letter here. The MCB has made numerous calls for several years now alongside Conservative politicians for an independent inquiry into Islamophobia within the Conservative Party. However, those
- [Sajid Javid Makes Welcome Intervention on Conservative Party Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/sajid-javid-makes-welcome-intervention-on-conservative-party-islamophobia/) - At the launch of his campaign to be leader of the Conservative Party and the next Prime Minister, Sajid Javid indicated he would be happy for an external investigation to take place into Islamophobia in the Party - a call first made by the Muslim Council of Britain following the Party's Islamophobic campaign for Mayor
- [Politicians Urged to be Intolerant of Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/politicians-urged-to-be-intolerant-of-islamophobia/) - 18 June 2019 At a speech delivered at the 10th Muslim Leadership Dinner tonight, the leader of the Muslim Council of Britain will urge politicians across the spectrum to prevent Islamophobia from flourishing. The dinner will host Muslim community leaders from around the UK and will also a keynote address from London Mayor Sadiq Khan.
- ['More efforts must be made to call out Islamophobia'](https://mcb.org.uk/more-efforts-must-be-made-to-call-out-islamophobia/) - On the evening of the Muslim Council of Britain’s tenth annual Muslim leadership dinner on Tuesday 18th June 2019, calls for a stronger effort to tackle Islamophobia were made from the Secretary General of the MCB, as well as the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. Addressing an audience of over 300 guests at the dinner,
- [Response to Reports of Islamophobia at Conservative Party Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/response-to-reports-of-islamophobia-at-conservative-party-conference/) - Reports into Islamophobia at Fringe Meeting at Conservative Party Conference 30 September 2019 After discussion at a fringe meeting during the Conservative Party Conference on Islamophobia reportedly descended into more bigotry an MCB spokesperson said: "In the last few years there have been victims who have felt the pernicious impact of Islamophobia, be they people
- [Islamophobia in the Conservative Party: Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Continued Obfuscation](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-conservative-party-mcb-condemns-continued-obfuscation/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has described the claim by Michael Gove that the Conservative Party will establish an independent inquiry into Islamophobia as “outright dishonest”.
- [Islamophobia in the Conservative Party: Muslim Council of Britain Calls on Party to Suspend Local Conservative Association](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-the-suspension-of-local-conservative-party-following-resignation-over-islamophobia/) - MCB calls for the suspension of local Conservative Party following resignation over Islamophobia The Muslim Council of Britain has called on the Conservative Party to suspend Stourbridge Conservative Association following the resignation of Deputy Chairman, Kyle Pedley, over Islamophobia in the party. In an interview with the BBC, Mr Pedley explained he quit the Conservative
- [MCB questions ITV’s failure to address Islamophobia in the Conservative Party](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-questions-itvs-failure-to-address-islamophobia-in-the-conservative-party/) - Today the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has written to ITV questioning its decision not to raise the issue of Islamophobia in the Conservative Party during last night’s debate between Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn.
- [Muslim Council of Britain accuses BBC of “failing to sufficiently report” on Conservative Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-pledges-to-build-a-better-britain-2/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Labour and Conservatives in hot water over fresh allegations of Islamophobia in councils](https://mcb.org.uk/labour-and-conservatives-in-hot-water-over-fresh-allegations-of-islamophobia-in-councils/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [MCB submits new dossier of Conservative Islamophobia to EHRC, with evidence of over 300 individuals](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-submits-new-dossier-of-conservative-islamophobia-to-ehrc-with-evidence-of-over-300-individuals/) - Today, the Muslim Council of Britain has renewed its call to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to investigate the Conservative Party over allegations of Islamophobia.
- [MCB responds to suspension of Trevor Phillips over allegations of Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-suspension-of-trevor-phillips-over-allegations-of-islamophobia/) - Today, the former head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Trevor Phillips, has been suspended by the Labour Party following allegations of Islamophobia.
- [Fresh Polling Shows Widespread Islamophobia in the Conservative Party](https://mcb.org.uk/fresh-polling-shows-widespread-islamophobia-in-the-conservative-party/) - A new poll by HOPE not hate of 1,200 Conservative Party members has shown how widespread and institutional Islamophobia in the Conservative Party still is
- [Singh Investigation Confirms Scale of Islamophobia in the Conservative Party but Fails to Address Root Causes](https://mcb.org.uk/singh-investigation-confirms-scale-of-islamophobia-in-the-conservative-party-but-fails-to-address-root-causes/) - PRESS RELEASE 25 May 2021 The Muslim Council of Britain today gave a guarded welcome to the Singh Investigation into racism in the Conservative Party. In particular, the Investigation rightly recognises that Islamophobia has been a serious issue for the Party and that concerns had too easily been denied and dismissed. Many of the recommendations
- [Islamophobia Awareness Month 2021: MCB calls for greater commitment to tackling Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia-awareness-month-2021-mcb-calls-for-greater-commitment-to-tackling-islamophobia/) - STATEMENT This November, the Muslim Council of Britain joins in marking Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) 2021 - a month dedicated to highlighting the experiences and impact of Islamophobia on the everyday lives of British Muslim, whilst also celebrating the contributions of British Muslim communities to society. Islamophobia remains pervasive in society, manifest through a spectrum
- [Institutional Islamophobia at the top of the Conservative Party: MCB calls for Independent Inquiry](https://mcb.org.uk/institutional-islamophobia-at-the-top-of-the-conservative-party-mcb-calls-for-independent-inquiry/) - PRESS RELEASE 23 January 2022 Institutional Islamophobia at the top of the Conservative Party: MCB calls for Independent Inquiry The Muslim Council of Britain today calls for an independent Equality Human Rights Commission investigation into the state of Islamophobia in the Conservative Party. The revelation from former minister Nusrat Ghani MP about her experience of
- [University of Birmingham Survey Reveals Scale of Islamophobia in the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/university-of-birmingham-survey-reveals-scale-of-islamophobia-in-the-uk/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain expressed its alarm about the scale of Islamophobia in parts of British society today, as revealed in a University of Birmingham survey carried out by YouGov. The survey, presented in a report titled 'The Dinner Table Prejudice: Islamophobia in Contemporary Britain', states that Muslims are the UK’s second ‘least liked’ group,
- [MCB Responds to Passing of All-Party Motion Recognising Treatment of Uighurs as Genocide](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-passing-of-all-party-motion-recognising-treatment-of-uighurs-as-genocide/) - UK government must build on the momentum generated by this vote
- [MCB finds Conservatives and Lib Dems lagging behind Labour on Muslim issues](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-finds-conservatives-and-lib-dems-lagging-behind-labour-on-muslim-issues/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes Amnesty International’s Report on Israel’s Apartheid Against Palestinians](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-amnesty-internationals-report-on-israels-apartheid-against-palestinians/) - PRESS RELEASE 1st February 2022 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has welcomed Amnesty International’s landmark report ‘Israel’s Apartheid Against Palestinians: Cruel System of Domination and Crime Against Humanity’. Published today, this report reveals ‘a systematic and widespread attack directed against the Palestinian population – which is committed with the intent to maintain a system of oppression
- [Muslim Votes Appear to Have Made a Difference at this General Election](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-votes-appear-to-have-made-a-difference-at-this-general-election/) - The Muslim Council of Britain reveals how in 39 key constituencies, Muslim communities may have had an impact. 9 June 2017 Analysis by the Muslim Council of Britain reveals the strength of Muslim communities coming out to vote at the general election yesterday. This follows earlier analysis by the Muslim Council of Britain which identified
- [General Election 2019 – Make Muslim Voices Heard!](https://mcb.org.uk/general-election-2019-make-muslim-voices-heard/) - General Election 2019 – Make Muslim Voices Heard! Please fill out the below survey, which will take 7 minutes to complete, to make your voice heard in an upcoming election. This survey will be open until 29th September. (function(t,e,s,n){var o,a,c;t.SMCX=t.SMCX||[],e.getElementById(n)||(o=e.getElementsByTagName(s),a=o[o.length-1],c=e.createElement(s),c.type="text/javascript",c.async=!0,c.id=n,c.src=["https:"===location.protocol?"https://":"https://","widget.surveymonkey.com/collect/website/js/tRaiETqnLgj758hTBazgd7TwNOQhr_2Fk9eUowurGclNbUwgwf1wEhYgNYtWwjOpLt.js"].join(""),a.parentNode.insertBefore(c,a))})(window,document,"script","smcx-sdk"); Create your own user feedback survey
- [Gaza Massacre: Muslim Council of Britain condemns mass killing of protestors](https://mcb.org.uk/gaza-massacre-muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-mass-killing-of-protestors/) - 14 May 2018 The Muslim Council of Britain today condemned the massacre of Palestinian civilians protesting the move of the United States embassy to Jerusalem, and the expulsion of Palestnians from their homes 70 years ago. Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: "Civilians took to the streets to protest against
- [MCB responds to General Election result](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-general-election-result/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [The MCB condemns violence at Al Aqsa](https://mcb.org.uk/the-mcb-condemns-violence-at-al-aqsa/) - We call on our UK government to condemn such flagrant theft and uphold UN Security Council Resolution 2334 concerning the occupation of Palestinian territories and stopping illegal settlement activity.
- [MCB calls on government to help secure ceasefire in Palestinian territories and suspend arms exports to Israel](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-on-government-to-help-secure-ceasefire-in-palestinian-territories-and-suspend-arms-exports-to-israel/) - STATEMENT 14 May 2021 MCB calls on government to help secure ceasefire in Palestinian territories and suspend arms exports to Israel We must recognise that the most recent escalation in violence in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and Israel began with the Israeli attack on worshippers at Al Aqsa mosque in Ramadan and the imminent
- [LETTER TO THE FOREIGN SECRETARY ON THE STATUS OF JERUSALEM](https://mcb.org.uk/letter-to-the-foreign-secretary-on-the-status-of-jerusalem/) - 14 September 1999 The following is the text of the Muslim Council of Britain's letter to the Foreign Secretary, drawing attention to the concern faced by British Muslims on the future of the holy city, and calling for a British Government-led initiative in the European Union "Dear Secretary of State, With the onset of the
- [Jerusalem and Justice Undone](https://mcb.org.uk/jerusalem-and-justice-undone/) - 6 December 2017 The Muslim Council of Britain today condemned President Trump’s declared intent to move the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. The decision is a confirmation that there is little or no appetite to desire peace in the Middle East or give any sense of justice to the Palestinian people. The declaration
- [Muslim Council of Britain Launches Cross-Party Election Pledges](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-cross-party-election-pledges/) - Today the Muslim Council of Britain, the country’s leading British Muslim representative body is calling on political parties and prospective candidates to commit to a set of pledges ahead of the General Election. 
- [Muslim Council of Britain reaffirms Archbishops’ concern for Palestinian Christians](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-reaffirms-archbishops-concern-for-palestinian-christians/) - 20 December2021 Muslim Council of Britain reaffirms Archbishops’ concern for Palestinian Christians The Muslim Council of Britain today welcomed a joint Sunday Times article by the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Anglican Archbishop in Jerusalem who spoke of a “future intertwined with the future prosperity and common good of all communities”, as they recounted the
- [MCB launches new Muslim Women's Leadership Programme](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-launches-new-muslim-womens-leadership-programme/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is excited to announce the launch of its Muslim Women Leadership Programme, a 6 part course designed to help confidence building, provide insights from community leaders and help Muslim Women build a network of support. The programme will be delivered FREE of cost for all participants, and open to all
- [2021 Census: As UK Population Grows, So Do British Muslim Communities](https://mcb.org.uk/2021-census-as-uk-population-grows-so-do-british-muslim-communities/) - The population of England & Wales stands at 59.60 million; the Muslim population is 3.87 million, or 6.5 % of the total. As the overall England and Wales population grows by 3.52 million in the decade 2011-2021, so do Muslim communities by 1.16 million contributing to 33% of the increase. Muslims are becoming more dispersed
- [Community Engagement: MCB Visits the Midlands](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-visit-to-midlands/) - MCB Leadership team visited affiliates and Muslim communities in Birmingham and Walsall, with a three-day trip, with 16 engagements and 23 organisations. The trip was full of excellent feedback and a real opportunity to meet and renew relationships. Meetings Affiliates - learning of great grassroots support and services Our team were delighted to see how
- [Secretary General writes to MCB Affiliates on Coronavirus](https://mcb.org.uk/secretary-general-writes-to-mcb-affiliates-on-coronavirus/) - 12 March 2020 Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General, has today written to MCB Affiliates regarding the Coronavirus and the likely impact on Muslim institutions in the UK of emergency legislation being introduced next week Download Secretary General's Letter to Affiliates (PDF) Download 4-page guidance for mosques (PDF)
- [Black British Muslims: Celebrating Heritage and Exploring Challenges](https://mcb.org.uk/black-british-muslims-celebrating-heritage-and-exploring-challenges/) - A conference exploring Black Muslim heritage, identity formation, the role of women and issues such as anti-Black racism was held by the Muslim Council of Britain and partner organisations in London on Saturday 9th February entitled “Proudly Muslim and Black.” Talks, performances and poetry from British Muslims of Nigerian, Ghanaian, Somali, Trinidad & Tobago, Jamaican,
- [Being Black, British and Muslim Today](https://mcb.org.uk/being-black-british-and-muslim-today/) - To mark Black History Month 2019, the Muslim Council of Britain held an event at the House of Parliament on 29 October 2019 hosted by Naz Shah MP, exploring the intersections of faith and race entitled "Being Black, British and Muslim Today". The event pane included author and academic Habeeb Alande, National Union of Students'
- [Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes Black History Month 2021](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-black-history-month-2021/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britian is delighted to welcome the start of Black History Month. Alongside this year's theme ‘Proud to Be,’ the MCB has adopted the theme ‘Black History Matters’. As part of our Proudly Muslim & Black Project, we will be highlighting the immense contributions Black Muslim communities have made to the UK, their respective journeys, and their hopes for the future. In addition, the MCB will be preparing for the launch of our ‘Proudly Muslim & Black’ Report, which contains a
- [George Floyd Murder Two Years On: We Must Redouble Our Efforts for an Inclusive Society](https://mcb.org.uk/george-floyd-murder-two-years-on-we-must-redouble-our-efforts-for-an-inclusive-society/) - In the second anniversary of George Floyd's murder in the US, we reflect on the issues of racial justice and equality that have come to the fore. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: “The death of George Floyd had a significant impact globally and was a wake up call to
- [Autism Hour at Finsbury Park Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/autism-hour-at-finsbury-park-mosque/) - The first ever "Autism Hour" at a mosque in conjunction with the National Autistic Society was organised at Finsbury Park Mosque on Sunday 16 June 2019 from 10.30am till 12 noon. Finsbury Park Mosque, 7-11 St. Thomas's Road London N4 2QH Bring along your family and children to enjoy: Guided tour of the mosque Low volume
- [Autism Hour](https://mcb.org.uk/autism-hour/) - Autism Hour - Get your mosque involved! On Sunday 16 of June 2019, Finsbury Park Mosque hosted the first ever Autism Hour held at a mosque in the UK. This pioneering initiative was conceived by sister Sara Mangera, Disability Consultant for the MCB and a mother to two autistic boys, in conjunction with the National Autistic Society and supported by
- [Report Launch Event: Proudly Muslim & Black 2022](https://mcb.org.uk/report-launch-event-proudly-muslim-black-2022/) - The Proudly Muslim & Black 2022 report, entitled Race, Faith & Community in Contemporary Britain, is being launched this Thursday 22nd September.
- [Finsbury Park Terror Attack: Five Years On](https://mcb.org.uk/finsbury-park-terror-attack-five-years-on/) - Muslim Council of Britain reflects on 5 years since the Finsbury Park attack Today marks the fifth year anniversary of the Finsbury Park attack, where Darren Osborne rammed his van into worshippers in the holy month of Ramadan. Secretary-General, Zara Mohmmed said: “Five years ago today we were all shocked to see perhaps the first
- [Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) responds to the release of a divisive film in British cinemas](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-mcb-responds-to-the-release-of-a-divisive-film-in-british-cinemas/) - A new film entitled 'The Lady of Heaven' has been condemned as divisive and sectarian by scholars across the rich traditions of Islam. The MCB, which proudly represents affiliates from across the different schools of thought in our faith, supports those scholars and leaders who are advocating for greater unity and for the common good,
- [MCB Letter to The Observer on the 'Trojan Horse Affair' Podcast](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-letter-to-the-observer-on-the-trojan-horse-affair-podcast/) - The following letter was published in The Observer newspaper on Sunday 22 February. Written by MCB Secretary General Zara Mohammed, the letter responded highlighted how the 'Trojan Horse Hoax', based on a fake letter that relied on anti-Muslim tropes, affects Muslim communities to this day. Sonia Sodha seems to acknowledge, albeit grudgingly, that the Trojan Horse
- [MCB response to Indian High Commission in the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-response-to-indian-high-commission/) - The MCB has written to the Indian High Commissioner in response to a statement released on 19th September regarding recent events in Leicester. We call for a just view on events and to address the deeper seated issue of Hindutva extremism. > View letter in full The letter in full reads as follows: H.E. Mr
- [Letter from Muslim Council of Britain Secretary General Zara Mohammed to HM King Charles III](https://mcb.org.uk/letter-from-muslim-council-of-britain-secretary-general-zara-mohammed-to-hm-king-charles-iii/) - Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain has written to King Charles III expressing our deepest condolences to His Majesty and the Royal Family. Paying tribute to Her Late Majesty, and looking forward to the future, Zara Mohammed said: "Queen Elizabeth II set the tone and tenor of modern Britain and had
- [MCB visit Muslim Communites in Wales](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-visit-muslim-communites-in-wales/) - Connecting with Welsh Muslims May 2022 MCB Secretary General Zara Mohammed and MCB Assistant Secretary-General, Dr Shahzad Amin undertook a 4-day visit (20th –23rd May 2022), of Welsh towns and cities to learn of the vibrant work undertaken by Muslim communities. They visited around 18 organisations in Cardiff, Swansea and Newport. With an estimated Muslim population
- [Constitutional Review 2022 (Have your say)](https://mcb.org.uk/constitutional-review-2022-have-your-say/) - We are taking views and opinions on how the MCB can be more representative and more democratic, helping us to serve all of Britain’s Muslim communities. To take part in the consultation and share your views, please click here . If you have any problems viewing the form, copy this link into a new browser: https://forms.office.com/r/F3qKX30KRy Alternatively follow the
- [Shireen Abu Akleh Murder: MCB Demands Justice and International Action](https://mcb.org.uk/shireen-abu-akleh-murder-mcb-demands-justice-and-international-action/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today condemned the murder of Shireen Abu Akleh, a Palestinian journalist shot and killed by Israeli forces. It joined calls for an international investigation into this crime and calls for the UK government to speak out forcefully on the killing of innocent Palestinian civilians. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the
- [MCB calls on Foreign Secretary to condemn violence against Muslims in India](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-on-foreign-secretary-to-condemn-violence-against-muslims-in-india-2022/) - The Muslim Council of Britain wrote to the Foreign Secretary, Liz Truss MP, asking the UK government to speak out against the ongoing violence and discrimination against Muslims in India. Writing to the Foreign Secretary, MCB Secretary General Zara Mohammed said: “Just as the government has taken firm line against genocide of Muslims in China,
- [February - March 2022 Latest Updates](https://mcb.org.uk/febmarch-2022-newsletter/) - The MCB February - March 2022 latest updates has been issued Click here to read the full newsletter This month: Nationality and Borders Bill: Campaign to Uphold Citizenship Rights, Trojan Horse Affair: MCB Calls For a Public Inquiry, USCIRF testimony on Islamophobia in Europe, and more. Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters Feature image credit: @CallumShaw
- [Evidence to US Government Commission on Anti-Muslim Bias & Policies in Europe](https://mcb.org.uk/evidence-to-us-government-commission-on-anti-muslim-bias-policies-in-europe/) - MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed gave testimony to the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) at a hearing on Anti-Muslim Policies and Bias in Europe. Zara Mohammed's testimony shed light on Islamophobia in the UK, its impact on British Muslim communities & vital work being done to address it. Watch full hearing Download MCB's written submission
- [Guidance for Mosques: Plan B in England](https://mcb.org.uk/guidance-for-mosques-plan-b-in-england/) - Complete this short survey on the impact of the COVID19 pandemic on your mosque
- [MCB Publishes #SafeRamadan 2021 Guidance](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-publishes-saferamadan-2021-guidance/) - PRESS RELEASE 9 April 2021 MCB publishes #SafeRamadan 2021 guidance As British Muslims prepare for the start of the holy month of Ramadan early next week in the midst of lockdown easing, the Muslim Council of Britain today published its #SafeRamadan guidance (PDF) to help communities make the most out of the month safely. The guidelines
- [Stay At Home - New National Lockdown in England and Scotland](https://mcb.org.uk/stay-at-home-new-national-lockdown-jan-21/) - MCB Urges Mosques to Re-Assess Safety Measures If They Choose to Remain Open Reacting to the announcements today about Scotland and England heading into another "Stay At Home" lockdown from this week, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: "With hospital admissions and number of deaths sadly rising extremely fast, at
- [British Churches & Mosques Twin to Celebrate Inter Faith Week  ](https://mcb.org.uk/inter-faith-week/) - The pilot has brought mosque and church leaders together for a series of online conversation sessions between clergy and Imams, as well as lay leaders and volunteers, to foster deeper levels of friendship and understanding.
- [Together in Tribulation: British Muslims and the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://mcb.org.uk/covid-report/) - MCB’s launches new COVID19 report: “Together in Tribulation: British Muslims and the COVID-19 Pandemic”. |MCB’s launches new COVID19 report: “Together in Tribulation: British Muslims and the COVID-19 Pandemic”. |MCB’s launches new COVID19 report: “Together in Tribulation: British Muslims and the COVID-19 Pandemic”. 
- [MCB Responds to Conservative MP Appearing to Suggest Muslims Cannot Be English](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-conservative-mp-appearing-to-suggest-muslims-cannot-be-english/) - STATEMENT Michael Fabricant MP, the Conservative member for Litchfield, accused Miqdaad Versi for damaging "Anglo-Muslim relations" for highlighting the prevalence of Islamophobia in the Conservative Party. The exchange occurred on Twitter after Miqdaad Versi, a senior spokesperson for the MCB, tweeted about the MCB's evidence submitted to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) implicating
- [Our Mosques Our Future 2020: Welcome Message](https://mcb.org.uk/our-mosques-our-future-2020-welcome-message/) - #OurMosquesOurFuture is an annual conference organised by the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), sharing best practice and good work of UK mosques, but also not shying away from asking the difficult questions on what is holding us back. This year's conference is taking place this online weekend, 27-29 November 2020, online with 20+ speakers and
- [MCB Responds to Timing of New Lockdown Measures 2 Hours Before Eid Day](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-timing-of-new-lockdown-measures-2-hours-before-eid-day/) - STATEMENT MCB Responds to Timing of New Lockdown Measures in North England 2 Hours Before Eid Day "With the first day of Eid being today, for Muslims in the affected areas, it is like being told they cannot visit family and friends for Christmas on Christmas Eve itself. Whilst the safety of communities is of
- [Eid al-Adha Prayers at Mosques Not Impacted by Local Lockdown in Parts of Northern England](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-al-adha-prayers-at-mosques-not-impacted-by-local-lockdown-in-parts-of-northern-england/) - STATEMENT Eid al-Adha Prayers at Mosques Not Impacted by Local Lockdown in Parts of Northern England The UK Government has announced new lockdown restrictions in Greater Manchester, east Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire. Mosques, subject to the known restrictions including social distancing, are not affected by the lockdown measures announced. This has been confirmed
- [Eid al-Adha 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-al-adha-2020/) - Salaam Alaykum, During these blessed days of Dhul Hijjah, the weight of our good deeds are amplified, and it presents us with an opportunity to turn inward and reflect amongst these challenging times that we are facing as humanity. We understand and empathise with the disappointment regarding hajj restrictions this year, and pray that our
- [Eid Al Adha Guidance for Muslim Communities](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-al-adha-guidance-for-muslim-communities/) - While lockdown restrictions are easing, COVID-19 is still active and requires our communities to act diligently in order to protect ourselves and wider society. This year of course is unlike any other, including restrictions on Hajj being in place and therefore presenting a challenging time for Muslims all over the world. However, Muslim communities are
- [England National Lockdown & 'Individual Prayer' Guidance](https://mcb.org.uk/england-national-lockdown-individual-prayer-guidance/) - From 5th November, legally, mosques in England must comply with ‘individual prayer’ and other new rules can remain open to the public for worship.|From 5th November, legally, mosques in England must comply with ‘individual prayer’ and other new rules can remain open to the public for worship.|From 5th November, legally, mosques in England must comply with ‘individual prayer’ and other new rules can remain open to the public for worship.
- [Virtual Commemoration of the Srebrenica Genocide - We Shall Not Forget](https://mcb.org.uk/virtual-commemoration-of-the-srebrenica-genocide-we-shall-not-forget/) - 2020 marks the 25th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, the most greusome tragedy to occur within Europe since the Second World War. Over 8,000 Muslim Bosniak men and boys were slaughtered due to their faith, by units of the Bosnian Serb Army of Republika Srpska. Of the mass graves that were made, new remains are
- [Uighurs: Submission to Foreign Affairs Select Committee](https://mcb.org.uk/uighurs-submission-to-foreign-affairs-select-committee/) - More evidence is mounting on the scale of the atrocities being committed by the Chinese Government against its Uighur Muslim citizens.
- [Survey: Convert Care in the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/survey-convert-care-in-the-uk/) - The objective is to establish a comprehensive database of convert care provision in mosques and Islamic organisations across the UK.
- [Operation Vaccination: Get Involved](https://mcb.org.uk/operation-vaccination-get-involved/) - With flu season imminent, we've launched #OperationVaccination to raise awareness in Muslim communities on the importance of getting a flu jab this winter. We've produced a toolkit with resources and advice on how Muslim organisations can work with local public health officials to ensure Muslim communities are getting the right vaccines and are keeping safe.
- [New COVID19 Community Briefings & Q&A](https://mcb.org.uk/new-covid19-community-briefings-qa/) - Update - A recording of this session can now be viewed online here: As the UK moves deeper into the second wave, the MCB is re-starting its series of COVID19 online community briefing & Q&A sessions, in collaboration with leads from a range of national, regional and specialist Muslim community organisations. This will begin with:
- [UK Government Publishes Guidance for the Safe Re-opening of Places of Worship for Communal Worship](https://mcb.org.uk/uk-government-publishes-guidance-for-the-safe-re-opening-of-places-of-worship-for-communal-worship/) - "With Muslims able to go back to the mosque for congregational worship from this weekend, the publication of the UK Government’s guidance as to how to do this safely is welcome."
- [Muslim leaders Join City Hall to Discuss Impact of COVID on London’s Muslim Communities](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-leaders-join-city-hall-to-discuss-impact-of-covid-on-londons-muslim-communities/) - Today, the Muslim Council of Britain hosted a meeting for leaders of Muslim communities across London with Dr Debbie Weekes-Bernard, the Deputy Mayor for Community Engagement to foster a closer working relationship between London’s Muslim communities and City Hall.
- [Do Not Rush: New Guidelines for Safely Resuming Mosque Congregational Prayers](https://mcb.org.uk/do-not-rush-new-guidelines-for-safely-resuming-mosque-congregational-prayers/) - Following a consultation with hundreds of mosques and dozens of regional and national Muslim associations in the past few weeks, the MCB has produced updated guidance on the safe and gradual reopening of mosques for congregational worship, which the UK Government has so far indicated could be from as early as 4 July in England,
- [Preparing to Reopen Mosques: Template Signage](https://mcb.org.uk/preparing-to-reopen-mosques-template-signage/) - The MCB has also produced 17+ downloadable signage for mosques and community centres to display, including one-way arrows, and explaining wudhu areas remain closed. Click here to download mosque signage (PDF)
- [Preparing for Phased Reopening: Discussion Guidelines Launched](https://mcb.org.uk/preparing-for-phased-reopening-discussion-guidelines-launched/) - Following consultation with over 300 Muslim institutions and scholars across the UK earlier this month, today the MCB is issuing initial discussion guidelines with the aim of helping leaders of mosques, madrasas and community centres plan carefully for a safe and phased re-opening in line with public health regulations.
- [Celebrating Eid Al-Fitr in Lockdown Guidance](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-al-fitr-2020/) - MCB releases guidance on how to celebrate safely
- [Preparing for Lockdown Relaxation: Community Update Call](https://mcb.org.uk/preparing-for-lockdown-relaxation-community-update-call/) - Preparing for Lockdown Relaxation: Community Update Call Following on from the online consultation 'Keeping Muslim Institutions Safe Post-Lockdown' earlier this week, the views gathered have been fed back to public health bodies and is being used to inform guidance material for Muslim communities. As we hear more from the UK Government on Sunday 10 May,
- [MCB publishes guidance for #RamadanAtHome – Ramadan 2020 under lockdown](https://mcb.org.uk/ramadan2020_guidance/) - PRESS RELEASE 20 April 2020 MCB publishes guidance for #RamadanAtHome – Ramadan 2020 under lockdown As British Muslims begin to observe the holy month of Ramadan on Thursday and Friday, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today published its guidance (PDF) for communities to make the most out of the season while the UK remains in
- [Support Our Mosques Campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/supportourmosques-campaign/) - This week the MCB has partnered with the online crowdfunding platform LaunchGood to launch a national #SupportOurMosques Campaign. With reduced donations from worshippers physically attending the mosque since the COVID-19 restrictions started, it's now more important than ever that communities donate online. Find your local mosque and give back today at www.supportourmosques.com If your mosque isn't
- [COVID-19 Muslim Burial Resources](https://mcb.org.uk/covid-19-muslim-burial-resources/) - British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) Q&A on the performance of ghusl for deceased persons with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 Download PDF: BIMA Ghusl guidelines Q&A Updated National Burial Council (NBC) x BIMA pathway to follow when preparing bodies of deceased persons with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 Download PDF: Ghusl Pathway March 30 Most recent National Burial Council (NBC) guidelines
- [Co-ordinating efforts on COVID-19 - listen back to Community Briefing Calls](https://mcb.org.uk/co-ordinating-efforts-on-covid-19-listen-back-to-community-briefing-calls/) - Co-ordinating efforts on COVID-19 - Listen back to Community Briefing Calls As part of bringing unity to the Muslim communities' response to the COVID-19 crisis, the MCB is collaborating with the leads from a range of national, regional and specialist Muslim community organisations to co-ordinate community response efforts. This includes a weekly Community Briefing Call
- [March 2020 Newsletter & COVI-19 Update](https://mcb.org.uk/march-2020-newsletter/) - The MCB March 2020 E-Newsletter and COVID-19 Update is now out Click here to read the March Newsletter & COVID Update here Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters This Month: Bringing unity to Muslim communities' response to COVID-19, Paying tribute to Muslim Physicians, Statement on Christchurch 1st year anniversary, EHRC submission on
- [British Islamic Medical Association offers free training for all for all medical students joining the frontline](https://mcb.org.uk/british-islamic-medical-association-offers-free-training-for-all-for-all-medical-students-joining-the-frontline/) - PRESS RELEASE 1 April 2020 British Islamic Medical Association offers free training for all for all medical students joining the frontline This week, the British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) has announced a free webinar for all final year medical students that are being recruited to work in the NHS amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Medical students
- [MCB and BIMA express gratitude to all NHS staff, and pay tribute to physicians who have lost their lives](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-and-bima-express-gratitude-to-all-nhs-staff-and-pay-tribute-to-physicians-who-have-lost-their-lives/) - Today, the former head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Trevor Phillips, has been suspended by the Labour Party following allegations of Islamophobia.
- [Christchurch terror attacks: one year on](https://mcb.org.uk/christchurch-terror-attacks-one-year-on/) - Today, the former head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Trevor Phillips, has been suspended by the Labour Party following allegations of Islamophobia.
- [Elderly Care Report: Arabic Translation now avaiilable](https://mcb.org.uk/elderly-care-report-arabic-translation-now-avaiilable/) - An Arabic translation summary of the 2019 MCB report: "Elderly and End of Life Care for Muslims in the UK", is now available to download online at: wwww.mcb.org.uk/report/elderly-and-end-of-life-care-for-muslims-in-the-uk/ The report sheds light on the growing demands for elderly care service in Muslim communities in the UK, with key findings including: The number of Muslims aged
- [Muslim Council of Britain Responds to London Central Mosque Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-london-central-mosque-attack/) - Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said, "We condemn this attack. Our thoughts and prayers are with the muezzin and those at London Central Mosque, its leaders and congregants. "Although the details of the incident are still coming through, it is deeply distressing to hear of an attack of this nature, with
- [#VisitMyMosque Training Workshops this March](https://mcb.org.uk/visitmymosque-training-workshops-this-march/) - In preparation for #VisitMyMosque Day this summer on 21 June, you are invited to a free training workshops in 8 cities nationwide across March 2020, to help your local mosque(s) in organising a mosque open day! The workshops will include information and best practice on: The 6-steps to organising an amazing open day How to effectively publicise your open day How to
- [Muslim Chaplaincy Certificate Course](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-chaplaincy-certificate-course/) - Starting 5th February 2020 Become a Muslim Chaplain - Do you want to help your community and work as a Muslim Chaplain in the NHS, HM Prison Service, Futher and Higher Education or other public services? Study in London or Markfield between February and October 2020. Apply online at: https://www.mihe.ac.uk/course/certificate-muslim-chaplaincy
- [Eco-Mosques Seminar: 24 January](https://mcb.org.uk/eco-mosques-seminar/) - Eco-Mosques Seminar Join this upcoming panel discussion on getting our mosques to go green! Friday 24 January 2020, 6.45pm - 8.45pm 45 Crawford Place, London, W1H 4LP Free entrance. Book online at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eco-mosques-past-present-and-future-2020-tickets-89464325205 Speakers include: Shahida Rahman (Cambridge Mosque) Kamran Shezad (Bahu Trust) How are mosques in Britain innovating to reduce their environmental impact? Will the new Cambridge
- [Quran Braille Workshop](https://mcb.org.uk/quran-braille-workshop/) - Qur'an Braille Workshop for Blind and Visually Impaired and their loved ones Adegbola Hamza Foundation is organising the Quran Braille Workshop in London in Collaboration with the Muslim Association of Nigeria UK. Thus we need Muslims blind and visually impaired and sighted family members and love ones to register for the FREE workshop. Friday 17
- [Muslims and Elderly Care – Summit with Manningham Housing Association](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-and-elderly-care-summit-with-manningham-housing-association/) - MCB Research & Development Committee member, Ehtasham Haq, Professor Iqbal Asaria and Dr Jamil Sherif, participated in a summit in Bradford on 14th November 2019 entitled 'Ageing Well in BME Communities'. The meeting was co-organised by the Vice-Chairman of Manningham Housing Association (MHA) and the Head of Development & Relationships of Abbeyfield Society, Abdul A Ravat,
- [Muslim Council of Britain launches pledges to build a better Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-launches-pledges-to-build-a-better-britain/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Remembering Bashir Maan CBE](https://mcb.org.uk/remembering-bashir-maan-cbe/) - Remembering Bashir Maan CBE This morning the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), together with the Muslim Council of Scotland (MCS), mourn the passing of Bashir Maan CBE (1923-2019), aged 93 years old. He was a pioneering and inspiring gentleman who was central in working for increased unity across Muslim communities not only in Scotland, but
- [Imam Vacancy: Masjid Alhikmah](https://mcb.org.uk/imam-vacancy-masjid-alhikmah/) - Masjid Alhikmah is now open and serving the Muslims in the city of Aberdeen and surrounding areas with fit for purpose services and facilities. They are seeking to recruit an Imam to join the team. Ideal candidates should have the following skills set: A strong understanding of Islam and Muslims in the U.K. Be a
- [Future Female Leaders Graduate](https://mcb.org.uk/future-female-leaders-graduate/) - A new cohort of female leaders in Muslim communities have graduated from the MCB Women in Mosques Development Programme 2019 on 17 November a second two-day residential training session, this time in Birmingham. The programme, which is designed to accelerate the developing of upcoming talented female leaders of all ages to become the mosque trustees, committee members,
- [Living Wage: Secretary General blog](https://mcb.org.uk/living-wage-secretary-general-blog/) - This blog article was published on the website of Citizens UK on 12 November 2019 as part of National Living Wage week. Click here to view the article which is also reproduced below. Paying our employees before their sweat dries As the weather gets colder, food banks around the country will get busier as the winter
- [AMS School Leadership Conference 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/ams-school-leadership-conference-2019/) - The Association of Muslim Schools UK (AMS UK) was established in 1992 to coordinate the work of Muslim schools and share best practice in advancing the education of Muslim children in the United Kingdom (UK). On 23rd November 2019 in Leicester, the AMS Schools Leadership will bring together Muslim faith school leaders in the UK. Designed
- [Living Wage: Muslim Institutions Urged To Join](https://mcb.org.uk/living-wage-muslim-institutions-urged-to-join/) - Muslim institutions across the UK are being urged to tackle poverty by becoming accredited Living Wage employers as part of Living Wage Week 11-17 November.
- [250 New Masters Scholarships Available](https://mcb.org.uk/250-new-masters-scholarships-available/) - The Aziz Foundation is running an expanded Masters Scholarship Scheme for 2020, offering 250 scholarships. The Foundation will award 100% tuition fee Masters scholarships to those lacking the financial means to complete postgraduate degrees at British universities. These scholarships aim to empower British Muslims to bring positive change to their communities and beyond. Thus, they
- [New Videogame To Show How Islam Inspires Life Changing Charity Work](https://mcb.org.uk/new-videogame-to-show-how-islam-inspires-life-changing-charity-work/) - The Muslim charity Islamic Relief UK launches a videogame in partnership with Ultimatum Games, with the aim of teaching young people how international aid works and to tackle negative perceptions of Muslims. The game, ‘Virtue Reality’, is based on real international development projects run by Islamic Relief in more than 40 countries across the world,
- [MCB gives evidence on Two-child Benefit Limit](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-gives-evidence-on-two-child-benefit-limit/) - On 23 October 2019, Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General, gave oral evidence on the impact of the Government's Two-child Benefit Limit to the House of Parliament Work and Pensions Committee. In the evidence he outlined how the policy unfairly penalises children who have no control over the size of their family, and that the policy contributes
- [Read the September 2019 Newsletter](https://mcb.org.uk/read-the-september-2019-newsletter/) - The MCB's September 2019 E-Newsletter is now out! Click here to read the September E-Newsletter here! Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters This Month: Autism Hour, Macmillan Coffee Morning, RSE Guidance, Our Mosques Our Future, funding opportunities, MCB vacancies and much more!
- [July 2019 newsletter now out!](https://mcb.org.uk/july-2019-newsletter-now-out/) - The MCB July 2019 E-Newsletter is out! Click here to read the July E-Newsletter here! Click here to view a full archive of MCB E-Newsletters This Month: MCB AGM 2019, Launch of the Centre for Media Monitoring, Places of Worship security, Our Mosques Our Future, MCB Vacancies... and more!
- [Women in Mosques Development Programme 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/women-in-mosques-development-programme-2019/) - The Women in Mosques Development Programme 2019 kicked-off on 20-21 July with a residential training session with 20 upcoming female leaders joining from across the UK, including Manchester, Lancashire, Yorkshire, London, Birmingham, Cardiff, Sheffield, Belfast and more! The training sessions included topics such as leadership traits and self-awareness, 6 hats theory for problem solving, jurisprudence and theological aspects
- [Young people have their say on mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/young-people-have-their-say/) - What would you do if you were in charge of a mosque for a day? Young Muslims from South London shared their views at a workshop organised with Balham Mosque on 27 July 2019. Ideas ranged from regular sports activities like football, archery or table tennis organised in or nearby to the mosque, to trips
- [Best Practices for an Eco-Friendly Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/best-practices-for-an-eco-friendly-mosque/) - A workshop on how to run an eco-friendly Mosque was delivered at the MCB's Annual General Meeting on Saturday 13th July 2019 in Birmingham. The workshop was run by three mosques that are leading the way towards sustainable Mosques to help our environment flourish. You can download this PDF presentation produced by the York Mosque
- [Read the June 2019 Newsletter](https://mcb.org.uk/read-the-june-2019-newsletter/) - The MCB's June 2019 E-Newsletter is out! Click here to read the June E-Newsletter here! Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters This Month: Oral evidence to Home Affairs Select Committee on Islamophobia, Welcoming Refugees, Places of Worship security, AGM, Our Mosques Our Future, MCB Vacancies and more...!
- [Hate Crime Awareness Workshop](https://mcb.org.uk/hate-crime-awareness-workshop-2/) - On Wednesday 26 June, the Legal Affairs Committee of the Muslim Council of Britain hosted a workshop in collaboration with the CPS Muslim Network, Muslim Association of Britain, Association of Muslim Police and Finsbury Park Mosque. The workshop explored what is hate crime, how is it different to hate incidents, its legal definitions, how to
- [Muslims and Christians Welcome Refugees](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-and-christians-welcome-refugees/) - Mosques in North-East London with Churches and Christian groups are working together to sponsor a Syrian refugee family who arrive tomorrow, 26 June 2019, to start their new life in the UK. The Redbridge Community Sponsorship project - a partnership between South Woodford Mosque, Balfour Road Mosque, Ilford Methodist Church, Ilford Salvation Army, St. Thomas
- [MCB provides oral evidence to Home Affairs Select Committee on Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-provides-oral-evidence-to-home-affairs-select-committee-on-islamophobia/) - On Tuesday 11th June 2019, Miqdaad Versi from the Muslim Council of Britain provided oral evidence to the Home Affairs Select Committee on Islamophobia. In his evidence, he condemned the Conservative Party over 'Fundamental failures' in addressing Islamophobia within the Party's ranks and had documented 'hundreds of cases' evidently showing the scale of the problem
- [Briefing Paper - Places of Worship Security Scheme](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing-paper-places-of-worship-security-scheme/) - Following the Islamophobic terrorist attack on Masjid Al-Noor in Christchurch, New Zealand on 15 March 2019, the MCB wrote to the Prime Minister on 17 March (PDF) calling on the government to properly fund mosque security, in-line with funding amounts for other faith communities. The following day, the Home Secretary announced additional funding for the Places of
- [Read the May 2019 Newsletter](https://mcb.org.uk/may-2019-newsletter/) - The MCB May 2019 E-Newsletter is out! Click here to read the May E-Newsletter here! This Month: MCB Complaint to EHRC Over Tory Islamophobia, The Islamophobia Definition, Support MCB, Correspondence with New Zealand PM, Security of Mosques – Views Needed, Mosques Go Green, Hate Crime Awareness Workshop, MCB Vacancies, Leadership Activities, Media Corrections, MCB in the
- [Community Leadership & Muslim Mental Health](https://mcb.org.uk/community-leadership-muslim-mental-health/) - The Lantern Initiative in conjunction with Inspirited Minds is excited to announce another tailor-made training programme: Community Leadership & Muslim Mental Health An interactive training session for Imams, Chaplains, Community Leaders & Mosque Committee members. In response to a high demand from Muslim communities across the UK, this bespoke Mental Health training event is back!
- [Queen's Birthday Honours List - June 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/queens-honours-list-june-2019/) - The Muslim Council of Britain would like to congratulate all those extraordinary individuals recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honour’s List. The honours system recognises people who have committed themselves to serving and helping Britain, and who have made achievements in public life. Those honoured this year include Iqbal Nasim of the National Zakat Foundation, which is
- [Letter from Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand](https://mcb.org.uk/letter-from-jacinda-ardern-prime-minister-of-new-zealand/) - On 19 March 2019, following the Islamophobic terrorist attacks on Masjid Al-Noor in Christchurch, New Zealand, Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General, wrote to Jacinda Adern, Prime Minister of New Zealand, offering condolences to the people of New Zealand and express gratitude to her Government's swift response to the atrocity Prime Minister Jacina Ardern responded to MCB on
- [Hate Crime Awareness Workshop](https://mcb.org.uk/hate-crime-awareness-workshop/) - Everything you need to know about hate crime and how to report it In collaboration with CPS Muslim Network, Muslim Association of Britain and the Association of Muslim Police, the Muslim Council of Britain has organised a 'Hate Crime Awareness Workshop'. Wednesday 26th June 2019 6.00pm-8.00pm (Starting after Asr prayers) Finsbury Park Mosque, 7-11, St
- [Plastic ban for Ramadan urged as British Mosques go green](https://mcb.org.uk/plastic-ban-for-ramadan-urged-as-british-mosques-go-green/) - Several MCB affiliates and mosques across the UK are opting for a plastic-free Ramadan this year (see list below). Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said, "As Muslims fast in Ramadan to be closer to God, it is important be mindful of His creation and care for the environment when we are
- [Read the April 2019 Newsletter](https://mcb.org.uk/read-the-april-2019-newsletter/) - The MCB April 2019 E-Newsletter is out! Click here to read the April E-Newsletter here! This Month: Welcoming Ramadan, Mosque Safety Tips, Easter Sunday Bombings, Taking Care of your Health During Ramadan, European Elections, Vacancies at MCB, Ben Nevis Trek, Leadership Activities, Media Corrections, MCB in the Media, Welcoming New Affiliates, and more… Click here to view the
- [Ramadan Greetings from the MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/ramadan-greetings-from-the-mcb/) - Ramadan 2019 message from the MCB Secretary General Assalamu Alaikum/Peace be upon you, As the month of Ramadan draws upon us, on behalf of all our staff, affiliates and volunteers, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a blessed Ramadan. Ramadan is a time for self-reflection and increasing our awareness of
- [Volunteers Trek Ben Nevis for MCB!](https://mcb.org.uk/volunteers-trek-ben-nevis-for-mcb/) - On Sunday 28 April, a youthful 12-strong fundraising team climbed Ben Nevis to raise funds for the Muslim Council of Britain for the first time, including the MCB Deputy Secretary General, Hassan Joudi and MCB Events Manager, Raheel Khaliq See below for photos. It's not too late to contribute! You can still donate to the fundraising
- [MCB Comment on Change UK Candidate Conflating Islam with Terrorism](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-comment-on-change-uk-candidate-conflating-islam-with-terrorism/) - On 23rd April 2019, the MCB issued a comment about tweets made by Nora Mulready, who was announced as a candidate in the European elections for the Change UK party. Ms Mulready has consistently posted Islamophobic tropes including conflating mainstream Islam with terrorism. Two comments made by Ms Mulready are particularly notable where she said Islam
- [Sri Lanka Easter Attacks Memorial Events](https://mcb.org.uk/sri-lanka-easter-attacks-memorial-events/) - MCB has compiled a list of memorial events for the Sri Lanka Easter attacks that MCB affiliates and other Muslim organisations have been taking part in this week or scheduled to take part in, since the horrific Easter Sunday attacks on 21 April. This page is being constantly updated. Please contact us to add any
- [Muslim Council Calls for More Muslim Women in Leadership Roles](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-calls-for-more-muslim-women-in-leadership-roles/) - #BalanceForBetter The Muslim Council of Britain has urged for more Muslim women in leadership roles in Muslim-led organisations across the UK at its inaugural Women’s Conference in London on 31 March 2019 under the theme #BalanceForBetter. Keynote speaker, Yassmin Abdel-Magied, Sudanese-Australian writer and broadcaster, said, "Our identity as Muslim women has been politicised but it
- [Launch of 2019 Women in Mosques Development Programme](https://mcb.org.uk/launch-of-2019-women-in-mosques-development-programme/) - The 2019 Women in Mosques Development Programme (WIMDP) is now open for applications! The 6-month programme is designed to accelerate the development of upcoming female leaders to become the mosque trustees, committee members and project leaders of the future, via bespoke training sessions and mentoring opportunities. This follows a successful pilot in 2018. Click
- [Birmingham Mosque Attacks Following New Zealand Terror Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/birmingham-mosque-attacks-following-new-zealand-terror-attack/) - After 5 Mosques in Birmingham were damaged on Wednesday night, just five days after the horrific New Zealand terrorist attacks on Mosques, the MCB issued the following statement: It is shocking to see how someone has chosen to use a sledgehammer to attack mosques and even a Muslim girls' school. This comes after many Muslim
- [UKIP Leader, Batten, unchallenged on ITV's Peston on Sunday](https://mcb.org.uk/ukip-leader-batten-unchallenged-on-itvs-peston-on-sunday/) - ITV's Peston on Sunday put out a clip of UKIP's leader Gerard Batten saying that Muslims are inherently anti-semitic. As it was not appropriately challenged and shared on their social media, Miqdaad Versi raised this up with them. The tweet has now been removed and also condemned by Peston as well. See here.
- [Ensuring Security At Your Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/ensuring-security-at-your-mosque/) - In light of the terrorist attack at two mosques in New Zealand earlier today (See MCB Statement on New Zealand Terror Attacks) it is more important than ever that the security of our mosques is maintained, especially during busy periods like Friday prayers. Please download this detailed security guide at: CAIR's Best Practice for Mosque and Community
- [Daily Express Opinion Piece](https://mcb.org.uk/daily-express-opinion-piece/) - 16 March 2019 Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, wrote in the Daily Express today on the horrific terrorist attacks in New Zealand yesterday. The full article is published below. Attacking one place of worship is an attack on us all What drives someone
- [Daily Mail Corrects Article Describing Muslims with Legitimate Concerns about Prevent as 'Hard Line'](https://mcb.org.uk/daily-mail-corrects-article-describing-muslims-with-legitimate-concerns-about-prevent-as-hard-line/) - Daily Mail Corrects Article Describing Muslims with Legitimate Concerns about Prevent as 'Hard Line' After the Centre for Media Monitoring team challenged the Daily Mail for calling Muslims concerned about Prevent 'Hard Line', the Daily Mail corrected its article to 'various Muslim groups'.
- [Mail Online "Allahu Akbar" headline](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-online-allahu-akbar-headline/) - Mail Online "Allahu Akbar" headline On 19 December 2018, the Mail Online changed their headline after the Centre for Media Monitoring Team contacted them. There was a need to highlight the important concerns around mental health issues when reporting on terrorist attacks, especially when Muslims are associated with the majority of reports around terrorism.
- [The Sun Headlines Non-Existence Term: 'Muslim Extremism'](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sun-headlines-non-existence-term-muslim-extremism/) - The Sun Headlines Non-Existence Term: 'Muslim Extremism' On 14th September 2018, The Sun used the term "Muslim extremism" in an appalling headline. After Miqdaad Versi sent a complaint, they changed the term to a more mainstream (albeit deficient) term "Islamist extremism"
- [ITV Regurgitates Far-Right Terminology](https://mcb.org.uk/itv-regurgitates-far-right-terminology/) - ITV Regurgitates Far-Right Terminology On 21 September 2018, the ITV published a headline "Muslim sex gangs responsible for 'holocaust of our children', claims UKIP", after a complaint sent by Miqdaad Versi, ITV had changed the headline to fairly reflect the actual reality. There are real lessons here for how unintentionally far-right propaganda is being repeated rather than
- [BBC and Guardian Change Picture of Khalid Masood on Hajj](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-and-guardian-change-picture-of-khalid-masood-on-hajj/) - BBC and Guardian Change Picture of Khalid Masood on Hajj The BBC and the Guardian used a picture of terrorist, Khalid Masood on Hajj, despite other images of Masood being available. After a complaint was sent by the MCB's Centre for Media Monitoring (CfMM) team, both outlets changed their picture. See screenshot of BBC above, and a
- [Sunday Express Falsify's Suspects Race on Child Grooming Story](https://mcb.org.uk/sunday-express-falsifys-suspects-race-on-child-grooming-story/) - Sunday Express Falsify's Suspects Race on Child Grooming Story According to a Quilliam report, Nick Ferrari falsely claimed 84% of those convicted of child grooming were Asian, when in fact the vast majority were white). After our complaint, the Sunday Express issued a correction but instead of writing the facts, they repeated the now debunked Quilliam claim and did not include an apology.
- [The Telegraph Corrects and Apologises After Ed Husain Misrepresents Polling Data about the MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/the-telegraph-corrects-and-apologises-after-ed-husain-misrepresents-polling-data-about-the-mcb/) - The Telegraph Corrects and Apologises After Ed Husain Misrepresents Polling Data about the MCB
- [MailOnline Scaremongering at its Best](https://mcb.org.uk/mailonline-scaremongering-at-its-best/) - The MailOnline published an article on 1st August claiming '1000s of British Muslims might bring a virus to the UK', before being forced to "correct" after a complaint sent by the MCB Media Monitoring Team.
- [Holy War on Taxes? How Carelessly Regurgitating News Sounds like](https://mcb.org.uk/holy-war-on-taxes-how-carelessly-regurgitating-news-sounds-like/) - Holy War on Taxes? How Carelessly Regurgitating News Sounds like... The MailOnline had published an unedited news wire feed from Reuters which mis-translated a speech by Pakistani Prime Minister where he urged people to pay taxes as “holy war”. After the MCB’s Media Monitoring team raised the issue up, Mailonline agreed it was an inaccurate translation and
- [The Sun Race-Baiting a Murdered Muslim Victim](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sun-race-baiting-a-murdered-muslim-victim/) - The Sun Race-Baiting a Murdered Muslim Victim On 1st September 2018, The Sun used a race-baiting term "Sharia Law wife" to describe a Muslim murder victim. The headline went on to de-humanise the murdered mother & daughter saying they "screamed like animals". This was changed after Miqdaad Versi, Director of MCB Media Monitoring wrote to them,
- [Mail Online Australia Makes Pepsi Co's Policy Change All About Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-online-australia-makes-pepsi-cos-policy-change-all-about-muslims/) - Mail Online Australia Makes Pepsi Co's Policy Change All About Muslims
- [The Sun recognises error of letting Pegida get away with being described as “anti-Islamist”](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sun-recognises-error-of-letting-pegida-get-away-with-being-described-as-anti-islamist/) - The Sun recognises error of letting Pegida get away with being described as “anti-Islamist”
- [The Sun Acknowledges it Misinterpreted Polling Data](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sun-acknowledges-it-misinterpreted-polling-data/) - The Sun Acknowledges it Misinterpreted Polling Data
- [Secretary General's Op-Ed Published in The Times Red Box](https://mcb.org.uk/secretary-generals-op-ed-published-in-the-times-red-box/) - 1st March 2019 Today, The Times have published an Op-Ed written by the MCB's Secretary General, Harun Khan, in their Red Box morning briefing. Entitled, 'From Brexit to Begum, Britain is divided. Muslims can help to break down barriers', the Op-ed focuses on key concerning issues we see on the news everyday - Brexit and
- [Muslims say “Thank You” as over 250 Mosques open their doors to the public](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-say-thank-you-as-over-250-mosques-open-their-doors-to-the-public/) - Despite rising hate crime and recent attacks on mosques, thousands of Muslim volunteers across the UK have defied the odds and welcomed in members of the public today on #VisitMyMosque day. Over 250 mosques from Inverness to Cornwall, and from Belfast to Ipswich, took part in a day that that saw neighbours and visitors welcomed
- [The Sun's Liddle Can't Keep Away from Using the Word 'Muslim'](https://mcb.org.uk/the-suns-liddle-cant-keep-away-from-using-the-word-muslim/) - The Sun's Liddle Can't Keep Away from Using the Word 'Muslim' On 27 June 2018, The Sun corrected Liddle's anti Muslim bigotry after a complaint sent by Miqdaad Versi. They removed the racist generalisations that were not hard to miss.
- [The Times Uses an Image of Scholarly Books](https://mcb.org.uk/the-times-uses-an-image-of-scholarly-books/) - The Times Uses an Image of Scholarly Books in an Article on 'Religious Fundamentalism'
- [More than 250 Mosques Help Keep Britain Tidy!](https://mcb.org.uk/more-than-250-mosques-help-keep-britain-tidy/) - Ahead of this year’s Visit My Mosque Day, volunteers from over 250 mosques across the UK have started supporting the Great British Spring Clean campaign. Mosques from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland took part in street clean ups today. This year’s campaign, in partnership with Keep Britain Tidy, launched today with a street clean at the London Muslim Centre that
- [As hate crimes rise, Muslim leaders take the lead in visiting Churches, Synagogues and Temples](https://mcb.org.uk/as-hate-crimes-rise-muslim-leaders-take-the-lead-in-visiting-churches-synagogues-and-temples/) - Symbolic interfaith visits come in week where over 250 mosques open their doors to the public on #VisitMyMosque day. Muslim faith leaders from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland took part in an act of interfaith solidarity by visiting Churches, Synagogues, Mandirs and Gurdwaras on Tuesday 26 February. At a time when the country is
- [Letter to the Jewish Chronicle](https://mcb.org.uk/letter-to-the-jc/) - The Muslim Council of Britain was attacked in a piece by Sir John Jenkins in the the Jewish Chronicle on 1 February 2019, suggesting it is somehow connected to or dominated by the Muslim Brotherhood. The following Letter to the Editor rebutting the false allegations was published in the Jewish Chronicle on 8 February 2019:
- [Uyghur Solidarity Meeting 13 February 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/uyghur-solidarity-meeting-13-february-2019/) - Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain spoke at an event organised by the Cordoba Foundation and the East London Mosque to raise awareness about the plight of Uyghur (Uighur) Muslims in China on 13th February 2019, held at the London Muslim Centre. In addressing the audience, the Secretary General spoke about
- [China's brute crackdown and mass incarceration of Uyghur Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/chinas-brute-crackdown-and-mass-incarceration-of-uyghur-muslims/) - Join the Uyghur (Uighur) solidarity meeting on Wednesday 13th February 2019, 6pm-8.45pm at the London Muslim Centre.
- [Religious Education Council Meeting](https://mcb.org.uk/religious-education-council-meeting/) - On 6 February 2019, Maswood Ahmed, Assistant Secretary General of the MCB and chair of the Education Affairs Committee had a productive meeting with Rudi Eliott Lockhart, CEO and Ffiôn Cook, Finance & Operations Manager of the Religious Education Council (REC) of England and Wales. The REC is working together to strengthen the provision of
- [50 New Scholarships for 2019/20](https://mcb.org.uk/50-new-scholarships-for-2019-20/) - Ever thought about doing a Masters? Think about it! The Aziz Foundation announces 50 Masters Scholarships* to British Muslims. Let us help remove barriers to your high aspirations. Now is the time to apply! If you’re a passionate, aspirational and visionary Muslim who wants to positively transform attitudes towards Muslims in the UK, or facilitate
- [Tackling cancer in Muslim communities, screening campaign aims to raise awareness](https://mcb.org.uk/cancer-screening-campaign-launches-to-raise-awareness-in-muslim-communities/) - PRESS RELEASE: 1 February 2019 Three organisations have joined forces to tackle this issue through a nationwide awareness campaign. The British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA), in cooperation with Cancer Research UK (CRUK) and the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), will be conducting a series of talks this February in community centres, mosques, and local radio
- [Green Lane Mosque Presented with Victorian Society 2017 Conservation Award](https://mcb.org.uk/green-lane-mosque-presented-with-victorian-society-2017-conservation-award/) - On Thursday 17th January, the Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre (GLMCC) were formally presented with the prestigious Victorian Society 2017 Birmingham & West Midlands Conservation Award for the renovation of their historic building in Small Heath, Birmingham. The event was attended by Yvonne Mosquito, the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, who presented the Bronze award and a framed scroll to Mohammed Saeed, Chair of the
- [Exploring Black Muslim History and Heritage Event - 9 Feb 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/exploring-black-muslim-history-and-heritage-event9feb2019/) - The Muslim Council of Britain in collaboration with SOAS’s Centre for African Studies, the Centre for Islamic Middle Eastern Law, Everyday Muslims and Archive initiative and other participating partners invite you to a Symposium and Exhibition on “Exploring Black Muslims’ History and Heritage in Britain and Beyond” The event aims to: Discuss important issues around the
- [Swastika graffiti painted in Islamic school by vandals](https://mcb.org.uk/swastika-graffiti-painted-in-islamic-school-by-vandals/) - 26 January 2019 The Muslim Council of Britain condemns the attack yesterday night on the Mitree Bahr Academy Islamic School in Newcastle upon Tyne, resulting in damage to the property, graffiti spray-painted on the walls saying 'Moslem terrorists' and copies of the Quran strewn across the floor. Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General, said, "In yet
- [Nationwide #VisitMyMosque Workshops Begin!](https://mcb.org.uk/nationwide-visitymosque-workshops-begin/) - 19 January 2019 The first two of over 12 #VisitMyMosque Day training workshop this year were successfully delivered today in Nottingham and Leicester! The sessions covered a wide range of aspects on how to run a successful mosque open day, from getting your mosque's congregation involved, to publicising the event, to on-the-day considerations. The importance of
- [Harun Khan addresses conference at Cardiff University](https://mcb.org.uk/harun-khan-addresses-conference-at-cardiff-university/) - On 21 January 2019, Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General delivered a presentation to the 'Conference on Leadership, Authority and Representation in British Muslim Communities', organised by Cardiff University's Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK. Entitled "Muslim Umbrella Bodies: Effective Representation or Unfair Gatekeepers", the presentation outlined the strengths and challenges facing the
- [National Council Holds Third Quarterly Meeting](https://mcb.org.uk/national-council-holds-3rd-quarterly-meeting/) - On Saturday 12 January 2019, the National Council of the Muslim Council of Britain met for its 3rd quarterly meeting of the year at Acton Mosque, London. The National Council consists of about 40 delegates based across the UK, who represent MCB Affiliates to the MCB Office Bearers. As per MCB's constitution, they are elected every
- [Women in Mosques - December Training Session](https://mcb.org.uk/women-in-mosques-training-session/) - On Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th December, the MCB held the final training session of the Women in Mosques Development Programme 2018, a pilot programme designed to up-skill 20 upcoming female leaders to become the mosque trustees, committee members and leaders of the future. The two-day residential was held at Markfield Institute of Higher Education,
- [Our Mosques Our Future 'Find Out More' Session - Birmingham](https://mcb.org.uk/our-mosques-our-future-find-out-session-in-birmingham/) - The next Our Mosques Our Future conference is planned to be held in late 2019 in the Midlands, following two conferences in 2018 in London and Manchester. The national conference brings together mosque leaders and volunteers across the UK to share best practice and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing mosques in Britain today. A
- [APPG on British Muslims - MCB's Submission on Islamophobia Definition](https://mcb.org.uk/appg-on-british-muslims-mcbs-submission-on-islamophobia-definition/) - On 8th June 2018, the Muslim Council of Britain submitted its response to the APPG on British Muslim's consultation on the definition of Islamophobia. The APPG’s call for evidence for a working definition of Islamophobia is welcome insofar as it helps institute the term among decision makers as a precursor to advocating for serious action
- [International Women's Day Planning Session](https://mcb.org.uk/international-womens-day-planning-session/) - On 6th December 2018, the MCB held an open planning meeting for an event marking International Women's Day in March 2019. Samayya Afzal, MCB's Community Engagement Manager is leading on organising this event, with a team of dedicated women, who met to plan the event, including guest speakers, and workshops around the unique contribution women
- [100 Years On - Remembering Armistice Day](https://mcb.org.uk/100-years-on-remembering-armistice-day/) - 100 Years On - Remembering Armistice Day 10 November 2018 This Sunday, our country comes together to mark the centenary of the end of the First World War. We remember the momentous occasion for what it is: the end to a bloody conflict that cost so many lives and shaped the course of our modern
- [Statement on Asia Bibi Asylum Case](https://mcb.org.uk/asia-bibi-asylum/) - The MCB made the following statement on Asia Bibi's case: "There are unfounded media reports that Pakistani national Asia Bibi is being denied asylum into the UK because of concerns from British Muslims. We find such insinuations to be as nonsensical as they are divisive. We see no reason why
- [Mitzvah Day Brings Communities Together](https://mcb.org.uk/mitzvah-day-brings-communities-together/) - On Sunday 18th November 2018, Jewish and Muslim communities came together to collect food, strengthen interfaith bonds and make soup in an effort to feed the homeless and hungry as part of Mitzvah day 2018. The day was held as part of interfaith week which concluded on Sunday. The MCB's very own Secretary General, Harun
- [House of Lords Briefing on Independent Review of Prevent](https://mcb.org.uk/house-of-lords-briefing-on-independent-review-of-prevent-3/) - On Tuesday 6 November, the Muslim Council of Britain wrote to members of the House of Lords with a briefing in support of amendments to the CTSB (Counter Terrorism and Security Bill) that call for an independent review of Prevent The briefing comes ahead of Monday 12 November, where the Bill will be going through
- [Reflection on the Albukhary Foundation Art Gallery](https://mcb.org.uk/reflection-on-the-albukhary-foundation-art-gallery/) - For the past few weeks I had heard about the new Albukhary Foundation Art Gallery at the British Musuem – a new permanent gallery showcasing a diverse collection relating to the Islamic world - as I have a long-standing interest in arts, crafts and culture. But when I received an invitation to a private viewing
- [MCB Sec-Gen Wins 'Outstanding Contribution to Communities' Award!](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-sec-gen-wins-outstanding-contribution-to-communities-award/) - We're pleased to announce that the Secretary General of the MCB, Harun Khan, was awarded the 'Outstanding Contributions to Communities' Award at the Investing in Ethnicity Awards last night (1st November 2018). We're thrilled his tireless work in engaging and strengthening communities has been recognised - being Secretary General and having a full time job is
- [Secretary General Speech - Our Mosque Our Future](https://mcb.org.uk/secretary-general-speech-our-mosque-our-future/) - Speech of Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General at the Our Mosques Our Future Manchester conference on 6 October 2018. Download Full 'Our Mosques Our Future' Manchester Speech For further information about Our Mosques Our Future Manchester, visit www.ourmosquesourfuture.org.uk
- ['Invest in people' mosque leaders urged at national conference](https://mcb.org.uk/invest-in-people-mosque-leaders-urged-at-national-conference-2/) - 7 October 2018 Over 400 mosque leaders met in Manchester yesterday to discuss how mosques can better serve their congregations in British society. The Our Mosques Our Future conference featured over 15 TED-style talks, workshops and exhibitions on the theme #PeopleNotBuildings, and aimed to share best practice and discuss stronger mosque governance, the role of women, caring for
- [Rising Islamophobia in the UK: Muslim Council of Britain Demands Action](https://mcb.org.uk/rising-islamophobia-in-the-uk-muslim-council-of-britain-demands-action/) - Today the Muslim Council of Britain repeated calls for meaningful and proactive Government action as new figures reveal a rise in Islamophobic hate crime. Religiously-motivated hate crime has risen 40% in England and Wales, with more than half (52%) directed at Muslims, according to the Home Office. The latest figures come in the same week
- [Mosques and Homelessness – Al Manaar Cultural and Heritage Centre](https://mcb.org.uk/mosques-and-homelessness-al-manaar-cultural-and-heritage-centre/) - On Wednesday 26th September 2018, West London mosque Al-Manaar hosted a roundtable discussion on ‘Mosques and Homelessness’ to highlight the growing number of rough sleepers in the UK and how faith and cultural institutions could be doing more to help, especially as the winter months start to draw in. As it stands, homelessness is an
- [Memoirs of Dr Muhammad Abdul Bari - 'A Long Jihad, My Quest for the Middle Way'](https://mcb.org.uk/memoirs-of-dr-muhammad-abdul-bari-a-long-jihad-my-quest-for-the-middle-way/) - The MCB marked the recent publication of the memoirs of its former Secretary General, Dr Muhammad Abdul Bari, with an event at the House of Commons on 10 September 2018. Reflecting on his new book entitled, 'A Long Jihad, My Quest for the Middle Way', a panel shared their views on the book, which in
- [Over 70 mosques across UK will be holding free lifesaving skills sessions](https://mcb.org.uk/join-bima-lifesavers-2018/) - Its back again! This time on Saturday 29th September - so save the date! Over 70 mosques across the UK will be holding free lifesaving skills sessions for the general public on Saturday 29 September from 2pm. The Basic Life Support event delivered by Muslim doctors & healthcare professionals across the UK will be teaching BLS in over 70 Mosques around
- [Solidarity With Sikh Community After Fire at Edinburgh Gurudwara](https://mcb.org.uk/solidarity-with-sikh-community-after-fire-at-gurdwara/) - On 29 August 2018, the Secretary General of the MCB, Harun Khan, wrote to Mr Ravgeet Singh, Head of the Sikh Council UK to express solidarity after the Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha Gurdwara in Edinburgh was affected by a fire set on the doors and surrounding brickwork. In the letter he wrote, "We strongly condemn this
- [Boris Johnson Islamophobia: Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes Conservative Party Inquiry](https://mcb.org.uk/boris-johnson-islamophobia-muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-conservative-party-inquiry/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the Conservative Party decision to launch an inquiry into Boris Johnson and his incendiary remarks against Muslim women in a newspaper column in the Telegraph. Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: “We welcome the steps the Conservative Party has taken, but the road ahead
- [What is the impact of Boris Johnson's comments this week?](https://mcb.org.uk/the-impact-of-boris-johnsons-comments-this-week/) - Since Boris Johnson’s Islamophobic remarks comparing Muslim women who wear the niqab to robbers and letterboxes, his words have had a negative and potentially dangerous effect on Muslim women and Muslims generally. On LBC radio, a Muslim woman recounted her experience of being abused on the street and mocked by being compared to a letterbox.
- [MCB calls on PM to take charge of Islamophobia in the Conservative Party away from Tory Chair Brandon Lewis](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-on-the-prime-minister-to-take-charge-of-islamophobia-in-the-conservative-party-away-from-tory-chair-brandon-lewis/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has today written to Prime Minister, Theresa May, to urge her to launch an independent and transparent inquiry into Islamophobia, and more broadly in society. In the letter, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the MCB says, “We thank you for the leadership you have shown when you swiftly took action
- [MCB Response to Boris Johnson’s Comments on the Niqab](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-response-to-boris-johnsons-comments-on-the-niqab/) - Boris Johnson rightly opposes the Danish ban on the niqab but denigrates the minority of women who choose to wear it. He described them as looking like "letter boxes" or "bank robbers" - in language that would not be used about other faiths. His comments are particularly regrettable in this current climate, where Islamophobia and
- [Media Interviews: Are you Prepared?](https://mcb.org.uk/media-interviews-are-you-prepared/) - Book your tickets here
- [Reception and Dinner in Honour of Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim](https://mcb.org.uk/reception-and-dinner-in-honour-of-datuk-seri-anwar-ibrahim/) - Dato' Sri Anwar Ibrahim, was guest of honour at a (iftar) dinner jointly hosted by the Muslim Council of Britain, the East London Mosque Trust and Think Forum held at the London Muslim Centre in Whitechapel, on Sunday 10th June 2018. He is a leader of the Pakatan Harapan coalition, which recently won the nation’s
- [Finsbury Park Attack – One Year On](https://mcb.org.uk/finsbury-park-attack-one-year-on/) - A year ago today, Darren Osbourne, a far right sympathiser hired a rented van to deliberately drive into Muslim worshippers outside the Muslim Welfare House as they finished their prayers, killing 51 year old Makram Ali and injuring 12 other worshippers in a devastating terror attack. Our solidarity, prayers and thoughts are with the victims and their families at this
- [Support ‘Fostering Friday’, 25th May](https://mcb.org.uk/support-fostering-friday-25th-may/) - The Muslim Foster Network has designated Friday 25th May, 9th Ramadan, as a day of action to raise awareness of the need for Muslim Foster carers . The Fostering Network estimates that 8,100 new foster families are needed in the next 12 months alone. These will include families for Muslim children, many of whom are
- [Ramadan Message from the Secretary General](https://mcb.org.uk/ramadan-message-from-the-secretary-general-2018/) - Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah, Muslims the world over will be welcoming Ramadan this evening. On behalf of the Muslim Council of Britain, I would like to wish you all a very blessed Ramadan. Ramadan is a month when Muslims strive to immerse themselves in the remembrance of God and reading of the Qur'an, many attending
- [The Debate Around Circumcision -MCB Letter in the Times](https://mcb.org.uk/the-debate-around-circumcision-mcb-letter-in-the-times/) - Read the MCB's letter in The Times, which was published on 15 April, regarding the debate around circumcision.
- [British Muslim Heritage - Panel Discussion - 10th May](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslim-heritage-panel-discussion-10th-may/) - 'British Muslim Heritage' was a seminar hosted by the MCB ReDoc (Research & Documentation) committee on 10 May 2018 exploring the role of documenting heritage of mosques and Muslim communities. A brief event summary is given below. Sadiya Ahmed, Founder of Everyday Muslim Sadiya gave an overview of the challenges faced by a Muslim
- [The Times Corrects Misleading Picture Using Muslim School Children](https://mcb.org.uk/the-times-corrects-misleading-picture-using-muslim-school-children/) - The Times published an article online on April 13th with the headline: Parents ‘abusing’ rights over children’s religious education. The image used showed a school scene with a focused image of a hijab wearing student under a headline suggesting parental abuse of children’s religious education. Furthermore as the article explains that parents are choosing to remove their children
- [Sunday Time's False Claim of Asians Making up 80% of Child Groomers](https://mcb.org.uk/sunday-times-false-claim-of-asians-making-up-80-of-child-groomers/) - On 15th April 2018, The Sunday Times falsely claimed that Asians make up 80% of child groomers. After Miqdaad Versi from the MCB sent a complaint, corrected its error, albeit, without an apology.
- [Sunday Times Uses Highly Inappropriate 'Muslim Attacks' Term](https://mcb.org.uk/sunday-times-uses-highly-inappropriate-muslim-attacks-term/) - On 5th April 2018, the Sunday Times corrected an article after alluding to two murders as 'Muslim Attacks'. After, Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi, raised this with the Sunday Times, the paper recognised its error and amended the article - though there was no acknowledgment or apology.
- [Statement on the Death of Four Britons in Saudi Arabia](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-the-death-of-four-britons-in-saudi-arabia/) - Statement from the Muslim Council of Britain, 23 April 2018 We are saddened to hear of the deaths of four British Umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia following a major road collision between Makkah and Madinah. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased and those injured. The distressed need the timely support
- [MCB 21st AGM - Call for Candidates](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-20th-agm-call-for-candidates-2/) - Every two years the MCB appoints its office-bearers: a Secretary General (SG), a Deputy Secretary General (DSG), a Treasurer, three Assistant Secretary Generals (ASGs) and a Deputy Treasurer. The SG and DSG for the 2018-2020 term will be directly elected by affiliates’ delegates on Sunday 8th July at the MCB’s 21st Annual General Meeting in
- [Ramadan Health Factsheet 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/ramadan-health-factsheet-2018/) - https://mcb.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Ramadan-Heath-Factsheet-2018.pdf
- [Mourning Judge Khurshid Drabu CBE](https://mcb.org.uk/mourning-judge-khurshid-drabu-cbe/) - 20 April 2018 The Muslim Council of Britain today mourns the passing of Judge Khurshid Drabu CBE, a pillar of the organisation and the Muslim community. To Him We Belong and to Him we Return. Khurshid Drabu was one of the UK's most influential and senior Muslim activists. He served as the Muslim Council of Britain's
- [NEU Motion on Ofsted Hijab Comments](https://mcb.org.uk/neu-motion-on-ofsted-hijab-comments/)
- [BBC Uses Appalling Term on Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-uses-appalling-term-on-muslims/) - On March 7, in an article related to the sentencing of the heads of the far right group, Britain First, the BBC wrote about how their crimes took place during a trial, calling it a 'Muslim gang-rape trial'. After this was challenged by the Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi, the BBC amended
- [BBC Uses Misleading Picture Connecting Muslims to Unrelated Story](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-uses-misleading-picture-connecting-muslims-to-unrelated-story/) - On 6 March 2018, in an article on child marriages, the BBC used a picture of Muslim girls learning how to read Arabic to illustrate child marriage - when the article relates to India and sub-Saharan Africa. After the MCB, and many others complained, they changed the picture to an ACTUAL one that at least
- [Sunday Times Bigotry - Like Muslims are Different?](https://mcb.org.uk/sunday-times-bigotry-like-muslims-are-different/) - On 25 March 2018, the Sunday Times amended Rod Liddle's latest bigotry about Muslims where he claimed that "even" the Muslims were upset about anti-semitism. After this was challenged by Miqdaad Versi, Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, the Sunday Times edited the article to remove a broader reference to Muslims as a whole, but
- [Leave.EU Pretends to Fight Anti-Semitism by Deploying Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/leave-eu-pretends-to-fight-anti-semitism-by-deploying-islamophobia/) - Yesterday the Leave.EU campaign chose to publish a shocking tweet scapegoating Muslims. Supposedly put out to fight against anti-semitism, the tweet instead deployed Islamophobic tropes to garner support. In response, the Muslim Council of Britain's Secretary general has issued the following letter to the Leave.EU campaign. Liz Bilney CEO Leave.EU Lysander House, Catbrain Lane, Cribbs
- [Call for PhD Scholarship Applications](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-phd-scholarship-applications-2/) - Aziz Foundation PhD Scholarships: Developing Academics from British Muslim Communities The Foundation is offering 3 PhD scholarships starting in the 2018-19 academic year. The scholarships offer a unique opportunity for exceptional students active in British Muslim communities and interested in how their needs may be met through research and academic work. The purpose of the
- [Aziz Foundation Scholarships at Goldsmiths University of London](https://mcb.org.uk/aziz-foundation-scholarships-at-goldsmiths-university-of-london/) - Aziz Foundation Scholarships at Goldsmiths, University of London Developing Community Services Professionals from British Muslim Communities The Foundation is offering two Masters scholarships for the 2018-19 academic year at Goldsmiths, University of London. The aim of these scholarships is to help develop a pool of professionals and practitioners capable of addressing the social challenges facing
- [MCB 20th AGM - Call for Candidates](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-20th-agm-call-for-candidates/) - Every two years the MCB appoints its office-bearers: a Secretary General (SG), a Deputy Secretary General (DSG), a Treasurer, three Assistant Secretary Generals (ASGs) and a Deputy Treasurer. The SG and DSG for the 2018-2020 term will be directly elected by affiliates’ delegates on Sunday 8th July at the MCB’s 20th Annual General Meeting in
- [Security Training For Mosques and Islamic Organisations](https://mcb.org.uk/security-training-for-mosques-and-islamic-organisations/) - Organised by Muslim Voice Group, join this one day training seminar to equip yourself with essential training tools to keep your Mosque safe. Date: Saturday 21 April 2018 Time: 9.00 am to 4.30 pm Venue: The Boardroom, Lenton Business Centre, Lenton Boulevard, Nottingham. NG7 2BY Fee: This course is FREE. Course Trainer: Kaushar Tai,
- [The Great Women of Islam - Event](https://mcb.org.uk/the-great-women-of-islam-event/) - Topic: Great Women of Islam Date: Sunday 25th March 2018 Timing: 12.30PM until 3.30PM Venue: 4th Floor Studios, 255 – 259 Commercial Road, Whitechapel, East London, E1 2BT Ticket booking: https://billetto.co.uk/en/e/the-great-women-of-islam-tickets-258259 The event will deliver two inspirational talks – ‘Asiyah RA – How she dealt with Oppression’ by Esharat Nasar Ahmed and ‘Women
- [Call for Scholarship Applications to Masters in Arts Courses](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-scholarship-applications-to-masters-in-arts-courses/) - Aziz Foundation Scholarship: Developing Arts Management Professionals and Artists from British Muslim Communities The Foundation is offering two Masters Scholarships for the 2018-19 academic year as described below. These scholarships offer a unique opportunity for exceptional British Muslims active in their communities and interested in how their needs may be met through the arts. The
- [Call For Scholarship Applications For Masters In Public Policy](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-scholarship-applications-for-masters-in-public-policy/) - Aziz Foundation Scholarships: Developing Public Policy Practitioners from British Muslim Communities The Foundation is offering a scholarship for the 2018-19 academic year for an exceptional student actively engaged in British Muslim communities and interested in how the needs of these communities may be met through public policy work. The key aim or objective of this
- [Penny Appeal Launches UK’s first Islamic Guidance Document on Adoption and Fostering](https://mcb.org.uk/penny-appeal-launches-uks-first-islamic-guidance-document-on-adoption-and-fostering/) - The launch of the first Islamic Guidance Document on Adoption and Fostering will be launched today (21 March) at The House of Commons. This report has been commissioned by the UK charity Penny Appeal, who are actively involved in recruiting Muslim carers and adopters. The Islamic Guidance document research which included the involvement of leading
- ['We Need an Equal Integration Strategy for All Britons' - Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/we-need-an-equal-integration-strategy-for-all-britons-muslim-council-of-britain/) - 14 March 2018 The Muslim Council of Britain has published a special report showcasing diverse voices on integration in the UK. The report sets out a number of expectations of the government approach to integration: EQUAL INTEGRATION: calls for a vision for a nation for all its citizens as equal partners. This means a recognition
- [BBC Adds Another Pillar in Islam](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-adds-another-pillar-in-islam/) - In an article on hijab and female dress, the BBC inaccurately wrote "One of the main pillars of the religion of Islam is female modesty". After Miqdaad Versi, Assistant Secretary general of the MCB contacted the BBC to clarify that female modesty is not actually a pillar of Islam, they acknowledged the mistake in an
- [Launch Event: Visit My Mosque Day 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/launch-event-visit-my-mosque-day-2018/) - 7 February 2018 Open Doors, Open Mosques, Open Communities Over 200 mosques across the UK are getting set to open their doors on 18 February as part of Visit My Mosque Day 2018 with the aim of building more bridges between communities. An official launch event for press and
- [90% of people haven't been inside a mosque - change that this weekend!](https://mcb.org.uk/90-of-people-havent-been-inside-a-mosque-change-that-this-weekend/) - 13 February 2018 Most Britons know very little about Muslims as over 200 mosques open their doors on 18 February A YouGov Poll commissioned by the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has found that almost 70% of Britons hadn’t seen the inside of another faith’s place of
- [#VisitMyMosque 2018 Press Conference Launch](https://mcb.org.uk/visitmymosque-2018-press-conference-launch/) - On Thursday 15th February, the Muslim Council of Britain held a press conference with the Al-Manaar Centre (MCHC) in Kensington. The press conference was held to provide information and an update on the national Visit My Mosque Day initiative and how other mosques across the UK are also positively shaping the future of their local communities for
- [Prime Minister and London Mayor Take Part in Visit My Mosque day](https://mcb.org.uk/prime-minister-and-london-mayor-take-part-in-visit-my-mosque-day/) - 18 February 2018 Prime Minister Theresa May, Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London and Andy Street joined tens of thousands of visitors at over 200 open mosques today. Over 200 mosques across the UK opened their doors to their neighbours of all faiths and none on 18 February as part of Visit My Mosque day,
- [Mail on Sunday Updates Sensationalist Article After Claiming Chair of Governor Resigned Because 'Staff Too Frightened to Come to School'](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-on-sunday-updates-sensationalist-article-after-claiming-chair-of-governor-resigned-because-staff-too-frightened-to-come-to-school/) - The Mail on Sunday updated a sensationalist article that claimed Mr Arif Qawi, Chair of Governors at St Stephens school in Newham, resigned "because staff were frightened to come into school" due to the uproar following their hijab ban. After Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi complained to the paper, they have now
- [Commission for Countering Extremism: Muslim Council of Britain Urges Caution](https://mcb.org.uk/commission-for-countering-extremism-muslim-council-of-britain-urges-caution/) - 25 January 2018 The Muslim Council of Britain today expressed its grave concerns about the government’s counter-extremism strategy following its announcement of Sara Khan as the new head of the Commission for Countering Extremism. One of the tasks of the Commission will be to define already contested notions of extremism. However this appointment indicates that
- [The MCB shares concerns over delays in releasing bodies for burial](https://mcb.org.uk/the-mcb-shares-concerns-over-delays-in-releasing-bodies-for-burial/) - 25 January 2018 The Muslim Council of Britain shares the concerns raised by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan and the Board of Deputies of British Jews in relation to delays in the release of bodies post mortem. Many Muslims require the deceased to be buried as soon as is practicable after death, and that
- [The Sunday Times on the MCB: Getting the Facts Right](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sunday-times-on-mcb-the-facts/) - 28 January 2018 Today The Sunday Times has published an article with a number of assertions about the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), primarily aimed at de-legitimising the organisation. The MCB is the country’s largest umbrella body of Muslim organisations and works similarly to many other national representative bodies. Founded in 1997, the MCB now
- [Better Mosques: A Community Consultation](https://mcb.org.uk/better-mosques-a-community-consultation/) - Tell us how we should achieve better mosques in 2018 ‘Better Mosques: A Community Consultation’ is a nationwide consultation - running from 20 January to 31 March 2018 - inviting views on how a structured and national approach to developing better mosques in the UK can be achieved. Details are online at: www.ourmosquesourfuture.org.uk/consultation It was launched
- [National Conference Kick Starts Consultation for Better Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/national-conference-kick-starts-consultation-for-better-mosques/) - 20 January 2018 Mosque leaders from across the country joined a major national conference today exploring the evolving role of mosques in 21st century Britain. Organised by the Muslim Council of Britain, the UK's largest Muslim umbrella body, the conference kick-starts a community consultation process aimed at developing an institutionalised approach to excellence amongst Britain’s
- [BBC Finally Corrects Inaccurate Citation of Kavanagh's 'The Muslim Problem'](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-finally-corrects-inaccurate-citation-of-kavanaghs-the-muslim-problem/) - After 4 months of complaining, the BBC eventually corrected an article it had incorrectly citing Trevor Kavanagh's worrying article writing about 'The Muslim Problem'.
- [Mail Online Retracts FALSE Headline Claiming 84% of Men Convicted of Grooming are Asian](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-online-retracts-false-headline-claiming-84-of-men-convicted-of-grooming-are-asian/) - On 23rd December 2017, after the Mail Online published a false headline claiming 84% of men convicted of grooming are Asian. After Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi, complained, the Mail Online retracted their headline.
- [Ebrahimsa Mohamed - A Tribute to a Community Giant](https://mcb.org.uk/ebrahimsa-mohamed-a-tribute-to-a-community-giant/) - Ebrahimsa Mohamed dedicated his life to the cause of Muslim welfare, and his passing away in Penang on 31 December 2017 leaves us bereft of a trusted and wise counsellor. His humble and soft-spoken demeanor was complemented by a sharp and perceptive intellect. He was a rare, charismatic individual, demanding high standards of probity and
- [MCB Stands in Solidarity with Belfast Islamic Centre](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-stands-in-solidarity-with-belfast-islamic-centre/) - 23 December 2017 It has been brought to our attention that the Belfast Islamic Centre, an affiliate of the MCB has been attacked again today, following an incident with Britain First a few weeks ago. Worshippers found parts of a pig left at the mosque today. This incident follows several faced by Muslim communities in
- [Call for Scholarship Applications to the University of Cambridge](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-scholarship-applications-to-the-university-of-cambridge/) - Aziz Foundation Scholarship at the University of Cambridge: Developing Leadership in Public Life from British Muslim Communities The Aziz Foundation is pleased to announce that it is offering a Masters Scholarship at St Edmunds College, University of Cambridge, for the 2018-19 academic year. The scholarship offers a unique opportunity for an exceptional Muslim student active
- [Call for Scholarship Applications to the University of Oxford](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-scholarship-applications-to-the-university-of-oxford/) - Aziz Foundation Scholarship at the University of Oxford: Developing Leadership in Public Life from British Muslim Communities The Aziz Foundation is pleased to announce it is offering a Master’s degree scholarship at Regent’s Park College, University of Oxford for the 2018-19 academic year. The scholarship offers a unique opportunity for an exceptional student active in
- [President Trump Sharing Anti-Muslim Videos from Britain First](https://mcb.org.uk/president-trump-sharing-anti-muslim-videos-from-britain-first/) - 29 November 2017 Today, the Muslim Council of Britain has commented on President Trump sharing anti-Muslim videos on Twitter, from the far right group, Britain First: "This is the clearest endorsement yet from the US President of the far-right and their vile anti-Muslim propaganda. We cannot give such bigotry a free pass. We hope our
- [100 Responses to Ofsted Hijab Quizzing](https://mcb.org.uk/100-responses-to-ofsted-hijab-quizzing/) - Below is a collation of over 100 responses received by the MCB from Muslim women concerned about the latest announcement by Ofsted Chief, Amanda Spielman, to have inspectors 'quiz' young girls wearing the hijab to find out why they wear it: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Ameena, Student, Neasden, London Islam is a religion of modesty, in the way we talk,
- [100 Muslim Women Respond To Ofsted Proposal To Quiz Young Children Who Wear The Headscarf](https://mcb.org.uk/100-muslim-women-respond-to-ofsted-proposal-to-quiz-young-children-who-wear-the-headscarf/) - 23 November 2017 Today, Secretary General of the MCB, Harun Khan, has written to Ofsted Chief, Amanda Spielman, to invite her to hear the views of Muslim parents, teachers and communities directly, in response to her latest announcement of Ofsted inspectors ‘quizzing’ young girls who wear the headscarf. He writes, “Whilst there are legitimate discussions and debates
- [Statement on Latest Prevent Statistics](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-latest-prevent-statistics/)
- [Upcoming Mosques Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/upcoming-mosques-conference-2018/) - Our Mosques Our Future #morethanaprayerspace A one day conference organised by the Muslim Council of Britain The first mosque in history – the Prophetic Mosque in the city of Medina – was a space where people came together not only in ritual worship but also as families and as a community. It also played a
- [Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/islamophobia/) - What is Islamophobia? In our reporting, Islamophobia includes when someone or something is targeted, discriminated against or excluded in any way, due to their/its actual or perceived Muslim identity. It also includes prejudice that promotes fear against Muslims and Islam. To see further information about Islamophobia, see the 1997 Runnymede report – Islamophobia: A Challenge for us all
- ['My Faith, My Inspiration' - MAB National Convention 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/my-faith-my-inspiration-mab-national-convention-2017/) - The inspirational talks will be delivered by innovative thinkers and influential doers who come from a variety of backgrounds. It will truly be a place where our audience will benefit from coming together as bright ideas will be shared about Islam and Muslims. It will also provide stories of inspiration as stories of achievements are
- [Annual General Meeting 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/annual-general-meeting-2017/) - The Muslim Council of Britain held its twentieth Annual General Meeting on 15th July 2017 at the Muath Trust in Birmingham. The attendance comprised about 180 delegates of affiliates and observers, getting together for an opportunity to receive reports from office bearers, provide comments and seek further information on MCB’s work, as well as hear
- [Anti Muslim Bigotry of The Sun's, Rod Liddle, Reaches New Lows](https://mcb.org.uk/anti-muslim-bigotry-of-the-suns-rod-liddle-reaches-new-lows/) - 15 September 2017 The anti-Muslim bigotry of the Sun's Rod Liddle is so entrenched that even the ethnic cleansing of Rohingya Muslims must be Muslims' fault according to him as he thinks that the rape, massacres and razing of villages is only "a bit, um, heavy handed". Read MCB's Assistant Secretary General, Miqdaad Versi's, response
- [Mail Online Falsely Accuses Muslim Man of Parsons Green 'Tube Bomber'](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-online-falsely-accuses-muslim-man-of-parsons-green-tube-bomber/) - The Mail Online published an article on 22 September 2017 calling Yahyah Farroukh the 'tube bomber' even though he had not been charged with any crime. After MCB Assistant Secretary General, Miqdaad Versi, raised the concern about this false accusation of Yahyah Farroukh, who has since been released without charge, the Mail Online changed its
- [Parsons Green Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/parsons-green-attack/) - 15 September 2017 The Muslim Council of Britain today condemned the attack on a train in Parsons Green in London. The police have confirmed this to be a terrorist-related incident and it is quite clear that it was intended to cause significant harm. Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: “It
- [Essex Mosque holds first ever open day despite arson attack](https://mcb.org.uk/essex-mosque-holds-first-ever-open-day-despite-arson-attack/) - 25 September 2017 A small mosque in Essex opened its doors to over 250 neighbours of all faiths and none last Saturday in the aftermath of attacks on its property. Al-Falah Islamic Centre in Braintree, Essex, suffered an attempted arson attack by two attackers in January 2017 who were identified on CCTV and a
- [Muslim Surgeon Stabbed Outside Altrincham Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-surgeon-stabbed-outside-altrincham-mosque/) - Following news about a stabbing of a prominent Muslim surgeon, who was attacked outside Altrincham Mosque in Manchester on 24th September, the Secretary General of the MCB, Harun Khan, said: "We are shocked to hear of the stabbing of a prominent Muslim surgeon outside Altrincham Mosque today in what the Greater Manchester police have described
- [Learn Basic Life Support for Free at Over 70 Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/learn-basic-life-support-for-free-at-over-70-mosques/) - 27 September 2017 Over 70 mosques across the UK will be holding free lifesaving skills sessions for the general public on Saturday 30 September from 2pm. Over 400 Muslim healthcare professionals will be volunteering to teach basic life support, including key steps involved in CPR, the recovery position and management of choking. The Lifesavers project is
- [Eid Mubarak! August 2017/Dhul Hijjah 1438](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-mubarak-august-2017dhul-hijjah-1438/) - Asalaamu Alaykum wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh, On behalf of the Muslim Council of Britain, I would like to wish you all a joyous Eid. Eid al-Adha represents the dedication and sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim, peace be upon him, in following a command of God. I pray that the dedication of Muslims around the UK and across
- [Visit My Mosque 2018 launches at Houses of Parliament Prize Giving Event](https://mcb.org.uk/visit-my-mosque-2018-launches-at-houses-of-parliament-prize-giving-event/) - 14 September 2017 Several MPs celebrated the launch of Visit My Mosque Day 2018 yesterday at a Prize Giving event hosted at Speaker’s House, Houses of Parliament by the kind permission of the Speaker, Rt Hon John Bercow MP. Building upon the most recent Visit My Mosque Day in February 2017 – which saw over
- [Absurd Articles in British Press Claiming Christian Footballer is 'Devout Muslim'](https://mcb.org.uk/absurd-articles-in-british-press-claiming-christian-footballer-is-devout-muslim/) - In July 2017, a number of British tabloids, namely, the Daily Mail, The Sun, Daily Express and Daily Mirror published articles claiming Manchester United's Romelu Lukaku was unable to pick up a Man of the Match award on the basis he was a "devout Muslim" and therefore “unable to pose with alcoholic gifts”. He is
- [Letter to The Times on Kemp's Article on War Service Men/Women](https://mcb.org.uk/letter-to-the-times-on-kemps-article-on-war-service-men/) - 3rd August 2017 Today The Times published the Muslim Council of Britain's response to an extraordinary article by Richard Kemp who casts a dark shadow of suspicion on Muslims serving in our nation's armed forces, even though a Northern Irish, Catholic man has been convicted of terrorism. Our original letter can be seen below: SIR
- [MCB Partners with Bank of England for Town Hall Events](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-partners-with-bank-of-england-for-town-hall-events/) - On 4th August 2017, the Muslim Council of Britain organised an event in partnership with the Bank of England, who have embarked on a series of regional Town Hall events across the UK to engage a broad range of society and improve public understanding of their role. The event was held
- [BBC Removes Inflammatory Statement on Holocaust and Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-removes-inflammatory-statement-on-holocaust-and-muslims/) - On 28 June 2017, the BBC reported on Muslim school girls being racially abused on a trip to visit Holocaust Memorials in Eastern Poland, and included an inflammatory statement where they wrote 'the Holocaust is a sensitive topic for Muslims...'. After this was challenged, the BBC removed the inflammatory claim.
- [Srebrenica Genocide – 22 Years on](https://mcb.org.uk/srebrenica-genocide-22-years-on/) - 11th July 2017 Today is Srebrenica Memorial Day, a day where we remember the horrific genocide of more than 8000 Bosniak Muslims in 1995. The systematic killing based on ethnic and religious grounds horrified us all, and we cannot even begin to imagine the pain and the suffering that families faced.
- [Eid Mubarak from the Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-mubarak-mcb-june-2017/) - June 2017 Harun Khan,Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain offers his Eid al-Fitr greetings for 2017. In his Eid message he says "In this month, as we sought Allah’s blessings, we have also faced some serious challenges as British Muslims and, indeed, as a nation. We have endured four terror attacks, the
- [BBC Radio 4 Brings on Notorious Islamophobe on Today Programme Without Clear Introduction](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-radio-4-brings-on-notorious-islamophobe-on-today-programme-without-clear-introduction/) - On 30th January 2017, on BBC Radio 4's Today Programme brought on extremist conspiracy theorist Frank Gaffney without providing the audience information about his background, breaching BBC Editorial Guideline 4.4.14. After a complaint was sent by the MCB Assistant Secretary General, Miqdaad Versi, the BBC acknowledged its error on 12th June 2017, although there was
- [Mail Online Victim Blames Mosque Immediately After Terror Attack on Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-online-victim-blames-mosque-immediately-after-terror-attack-on-mosque/) - After the Finsbury Park Terror Attack, the Mail Online appeared to victim blame Finsbury Park Mosque (2 minutes away from the terror attack outside Muslim Welfare House) linking it to Abu Hamza, an ex hate cleric from 10 years ago who was banned from the Mosque. The headline was on the front page of the
- [Terror Attack on Worshippers Leaving Prayers at Finsbury Park](https://mcb.org.uk/terror-attack-on-worshippers-leaving-prayers-at-finsbury-park/) - 19 June 2017 The Muslim Council of Britain today condemned what is widely being described as a terror attack that has taken place at Finsbury Park in London. The incident took place outside the Muslim Welfare House on Seven Sisters Road, not the nearby Finsbury Park Mosque. According to eye witness accounts and videos taken
- [How Muslims Joined Fellow Londoners to Support Grenfell Tower Victims](https://mcb.org.uk/how-muslims-joined-fellow-londoners-to-support-grenfell-tower-victims/) - Following the fire at Grenfell Tower in the early hours of Wednesday morning (14 June), communities rushed in to help and support the victims. The Muslim Council of Britain and Muslim charities collected donations for those who had been displaced after the fire, and the response has been nothing short of incredible! Communities got behind
- [Support and Donations Needed for Grenfell Tower Victims](https://mcb.org.uk/support-and-donations-needed-for-grenfell-tower-victims/) - 14 June 2017 *UPDATE (15 June 2017, 03:40am): No more items needed. All centres have been fully stocked and are unable to take any further items. We would encourage anyone who wants to support to donate money where they can. Thank you all for your support. Following the fire
- [Mosques share thousands of free meals in memory of murdered MP Jo Cox this Ramadan](https://mcb.org.uk/mosques-share-thousands-of-free-meals-in-memory-of-murdered-mp-jo-cox-this-ramadan/) - 14 June 2016 Thousands of British Muslims are sharing free meals this Ramadan with their neighbours of all faiths and none, including many as part of the Great Get Together campaign. Hundreds of public fast opening events at mosques and Islamic centers are taking place across the UK - including many under the Great Get
- [London Bridge Attack: Muslim Council of Britain Response](https://mcb.org.uk/london-bridge-attack-muslim-council-of-britain/) - 4 June 2017 Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain has issued the following statement after the terrorist incident in London: “I am appalled and angered by the terrorist attacks at London Bridge and Borough Market, in my home city. These acts of violence were truly shocking and I condemn them in
- [If you see it, report it](https://mcb.org.uk/reportit/) - Muslim communities have been unequivocal in reporting threats of extremism and terrorism. We must continue to do so. If you suspect any terrorism, call 999 or the confidential police anti-terrorist hotline 0800 789 321. or go online: https://gov.uk/report-terrorism
- [BBC Sunday Politics Show Platforms Activist Calling for 'Less Islam' to Counter Terrorism](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-sunday-politics-show-platforms-activist-calling-for-less-islam-to-counter-terrorism/) - 29 May 2017 The Muslim Council of Britain has written to the BBC highlighting its concern that the BBC Sunday Politics programme chose to give airtime to Douglas Murray, a commentator known for his anti-Muslim and anti-Islamic views. The letter from Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain states: "Whilst it is
- [Express Retraction Over False Claim School 'Banned' From Singing Silent Night](https://mcb.org.uk/express-retraction-over-false-claim-school-banned-from-singing-silent-night/) - In December 2016, the Express falsely claimed that school children were banned from singing Silent Night over 'fears it will offend other religions'. After this was challenged by Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi, and others, the Express corrected its misleading headline on 25th May 2017, with an acknowledgement of the error in
- [BBC Changes Definition of 'Islamist' on Front Page Story After Complaint](https://mcb.org.uk/bbc-changes-definition-of-islamist-on-front-page-story-after-complaint/) - In May 2017, whilst the BBC was reporting Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia, they published definitions of the words 'Islamist' and 'Islamic'. However, the definition of the word 'Islamist' used was a non-standard definition, and from one individual from the Washington Institute of Near East Policy, who said the word Islamist is 'the name of
- [Manchester Attack: Muslim Council of Britain Statement](https://mcb.org.uk/manchester-attack-muslim-council-of-britain-statement/) - 23 May 2017 Following the attack on Manchester Arena last night, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, issued the following statement: "My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. I understand teenagers and children have been caught up in what the police has confirmed to be a terrorist
- [Express Corrects Article Claiming Brit Official 'Angry' at Muslim Nations](https://mcb.org.uk/express-corrects-article-claiming-brit-official-angry-at-muslim-nations/) - In an article published on 18 November 2016, the Express published an article falsely claiming that a British Official was 'angry' at Muslim nations for not clamping down on extremism. After this was perpetually challenged by MCB's Assistant Secretary General, Miqdaad Versi, the Express finally corrected its article and issued an apology on 12 January
- [Muslim Communities Call for Fairness not Favours as Party Manifestos are Published](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-communities-call-for-fairness-not-favours-as-party-manifestos-are-published/) - 17 May 2017 The Muslim Council of Britain today launched a list of 8 key issues affecting Muslim communities, together with its election document "Fairness not Favours" and a draft Friday sermon to support Imams who wish to encourage their congregations to get involved in the political process. Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim
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- [Call for PhD Scholarship Applications](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-phd-scholarship-applications/) - Aziz Foundation PhD Scholarships: Developing Academics from British Muslim Communities The Aziz Foundation is an independent grant-making body dedicated to supporting the most disadvantaged communities in Britain. It strives to do this through supporting community empowerment and leadership development in these communities, and greater public engagement by them in wider society. The Foundation is offering
- [Sun Apologises For Falsely Stating Muslims Think 75% of UK is Islamic](https://mcb.org.uk/sun-apologises-for-falsely-stating-muslims-think-75-of-uk-is-islamic/) - After the Sun published its article on the Casey Review, like other outlets, the Sun falsely claimed in an article headline: 'British Muslims are so cut off from society they think 75% of UK is Islamic'. After this was challenged by Miqdaad Versi from the MCB, the Sun initially corrected its article to from 'Muslims'
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- [Express Admits 'Specifics' in Voter Fraud Article](https://mcb.org.uk/express-admits-specifics-in-voter-fraud-article/) - In December 2016, the Express published an article on voter fraud and wrongly implied that the Government is specifically targeting Muslims in their drive to stop voter fraud registration. After this was challenged by Miqdaad Versi from the MCB, the Express admitted that the Government did not specifically imply Muslims.
- [Call for Scholarship Applications for Masters in Social, Therapeutic and Community Studies](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-scholarships-applications/) - Aziz Foundation Masters Scholarships: Developing Community Services Professionals from British Muslim Communities The Foundation is offering two Masters scholarships for the 2017-18 academic year at Goldsmiths, University of London. The scholarships offer a unique opportunity for exceptional individuals active in British Muslim communities and interested in how the needs of these communities may be met
- [MailOnline Apologies and Changes False Headline About Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/mailonline-apologies-and-changes-false-headline-about-muslims/) - In January 2017, the MailOnline falsely claimed a gunman had shouted 'Allahu Akbar' in a supermarket attack in Spain. After a complaint made by Assistant Secretary General, Miqdaad Versi, the MailOnline published an apology and corrected their headline.
- [Express Admits False Article on Migrants](https://mcb.org.uk/express-admits-false-article-on-migrants/) - In February 2017, the Express published a flat-out false article on migrants which claimed that 900 migrants carried out sex attacks in Germany'. After a complaint sent by Miqdaad Versi, MCB's Assistant Secretary General, the Express retracted its article and rewrote it with the actual facts with an acknowledgment of their error on the complaints page.
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- [The Sun Retracts Article After Inaccurate Article Taken From The Express](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sun-retracts-article-after-inaccurate-article-taken-from-the-express/) - After the Express published an inaccurate article about ISIS propaganda being published in Spain to 'influence radicals in the country', the Sun also published a piece on this inaccurate piece of news. Miqdaad Versi, raised this up with the papers, and the Sun later retracted its article, thought the Express is still yet to take
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- [The Times Slurs Muslim School Without Justification](https://mcb.org.uk/the-times-slurs-muslim-school-without-justification/) - On 9th November 2016, in an article headline, the Times slurred a Muslim school by calling it 'Islamist' without any justification. After this was raised with The Times, they corrected the inaccurate headline online, and published a correction in print with an apology on Monday 16th January 2017 (pg 28).
- [Visit My Mosque Day is Back!](https://mcb.org.uk/visit-my-mosque-day-is-back/) - #VisitMyMosque Day will be taking place 5 February 2017 and will see over 150 mosques across the UK holding open days and welcoming in their neighbours, of all faiths and none. New Website A new website has been launched containing full details of the initiative, and allowing members of the public to also search for
- [150+ Mosques to Open Doors on Visit My Mosque Day 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/150-mosques-to-open-doors-on-visit-my-mosque-day-2017/) - 30 January 2017 Muslims around the country to invite neighbours and visit and explore this Great British institution Thousands of Britons are expected to visit the over 150 mosques participating in the third annual ‘Visit My Mosque’ Day on 5 February 2017.Mosques across the UK will be sharing tea and biscuits, alongside an insight into
- [Record Number of Britons Show Solidarity with Muslims on Largest Ever #VisitMyMosque Day](https://mcb.org.uk/record-number-of-britons-show-solidarity-with-muslims-on-largest-ever-visitmymosque-day/) - 5 February 2017 Record number of visitors share tea and biscuits with their Muslims neighbours on as third ‘Visit My Mosque’ Day comes to a close. Over 150 mosques across Britain opened their doors today for the third annual Visit My Mosque Day. With dozens if not hundreds reported to have attended each mosque, this could well be one
- [LBC Deletes Misleading Tweet of Muslims Praying](https://mcb.org.uk/lbc-deletes-misleading-tweet-of-muslims-praying/) - On 11th December 2016, the LBC had tweeted a picture of ordinary Muslims praying and linked it to a programme about an extremist featuring on a Muslim reality show. When questioned on Twitter by Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi, the LBC deleted their tweet. No Longer Exists..
- [The Sun Corrects and LadBible Retracts Article on Supermarket Horror in Spain](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sun-corrects-and-ladbible-retracts-article-on-supermarket-horror-in-spain/) - On 11th January 2017, The Sun published an article falsely claiming a terror attack by a gunman shouting Allahu Akbar in a Spanish Supermarket, with the headline, 'SUPERMARKET TERROR Gunman ‘screaming Allahu Akbar’ opens fire in Spanish supermarket while ‘carrying bag filled with petrol and gunpowder’'. In actual fact, the robbery was by a man
- [ITN Retracts Misleading Piece After Inaccurate Interpretations of Findings by Think Tank](https://mcb.org.uk/itn-retracts-misleading-piece-after-inaccurate-interpretations-of-findings-by-think-tank/) - On 2nd December 2016, the ITN published an article based on the findings of small fry think tank, Policy Exchange, which misinterpreted findings of a poll it had commissioned in order to suit their own narrative. The MCB took ITN to account for their article, which they since have taken down after the true facts
- [Sun Somewhat Corrects False Claim that Muslims think '75% of UK is Islamic'](https://mcb.org.uk/sun-somewhat-corrects-false-claim-that-muslims-think-75-of-uk-is-islamic/) - On 4th December 2016, the Sun published an article following the Casey Review on Integration where it inaccurately wrote as a headline, 'British Muslims are so cut-off from society they think 75 per cent of the UK is Islamic, report reveals'. Where in fact, the report was talking about only one school whose reference was
- [Express Retracts Entire Article Due to False Reporting](https://mcb.org.uk/express-retracts-entire-article-due-to-false-reporting/) - On 22nd December 2016, after a complaint by the Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi, on the inaccuracy of the headline, the Express completely retracted its article after finding no way of amending the fundamentally flawed piece on the Casey Review. See also, Sunday Times and Mail on Sunday, as well as The
- [The Times Changes Headline Calling School 'Islamist'](https://mcb.org.uk/the-times-changes-headline-calling-school-islamist/) - On 9th November 2016, The Times newspaper published an article with a headline, 'Islamist school can segregate boys and girls' because of a book that was found in the school library. After a complaint was sent by the MCB, the Times changed their headline to: 'Islamic school can segregate boys and girls', after realising that
- [Express Changes Headline After Writing '£5 Note Could Be Banned as Not Halal'?!](https://mcb.org.uk/express-changes-headline-after-writing-5-note-could-be-banned-as-not-halal/) - On 2nd December 2016, the Express published an article with an outrageous and wholly inaccurate headline after Hindu leaders were outraged by the revelation that the new£5 note contains Tallow. The Express, though it doesn't refer to Muslims in the article, published a sensationalist headline, 'New £5 notes could be BANNED by religious groups as
- [Mail On Sunday Apologises After Claiming Muslims Had Attacked Immigration Vans](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-on-sunday-apologises-after-claiming-muslims-had-attacked-immigration-vans/) - On 5th September 2015, the Mail on Sunday apologised to readers after claiming in an earlier article published on 25th July alluding that Muslims were responsible for attacks on vans being used during immigration raids in East London. Originally, the paper’s managing editor said he stood by the article because it had social media witnesses
- [Daily Star Sunday Corrects Significantly Misleading Headline About UK Mosques and 'Funding of Terror'](https://mcb.org.uk/daily-star-sunday-corrects-significantly-misleading-headline-about-uk-mosques-and-funding-of-terror/) - On 22 November 2015, the Daily Star Sunday had published an article implying that Mosques in the UK were involved in fundraising for terrorism. The original headline, 'UK Mosques Fundraising for terror' had breached the code for accuracy, which the MCB had made a complaint to IPSO about, and the paper had published a clarification
- [The Sunday Times and Mail On Sunday Retract Bogus Headline After Complaint](https://mcb.org.uk/the-sunday-times-and-mail-online-retract-bogus-headline-after-complaint/) - On 4 December 2016, the Sunday Times and Mail on Sunday published a bogus and sensationalist headline about 'Isolated British Muslims and their perception of UK'. After this was challenged by the Muslim Council of Britain’s Assistant Secretary General, Miqdaad Versi, both papers corrected their headlines and articles. The Sunday Times published a correction in
- [Sun Forced to Retract Bogus Claim about Train Crash](https://mcb.org.uk/sun-forced-to-retract-bogus-claim-about-train-crash/) - On 19th November 2016, the Sun was forced to retract its bogus claim that fasting in Ramadan was the reason for a train crash after the Assistant Secretary General of the MCB, Miqdaad Versi, complained to Ipso. The ruling can be found here.
- [Daily Mail Corrects Slur Against NUS President](https://mcb.org.uk/daily-mail-corrects-slur-against-nus-president/) - On 20th December 2016, Malia Bouattia, NUS President, was vindicated after the Daily Mail was forced to apologise in a huge correction for 4 seperate errors where they slurred the NUS President. The MCB complained to the daily Mail, and the corrections following the complaint can be seen below.
- [Interfaith visits spread in run up to #VisitMyMosque day](https://mcb.org.uk/interfaith-visits-spread-in-run-up-to-visitmymosque-day/) - 12 January 2017 In recent weeks, mosques across the UK have been extending the hand of friendship and dialogue to their neighbours of other faiths through a range of interfaith exchanges and visits to each other’s places of worship. The events ranged from observing church services to peace
- [Sun on Sunday Mixes Up Two Black People](https://mcb.org.uk/sun-on-sunday-mixes-up-two-black-people/) - On 11th December 2016, the Sun on Sunday mixed up two black people in an article where they wrote about an 'Isis supporting' acolyte of Anjem Choudry, Abdul Haqq Small and included a picture of Dr Abdul Haqq Baker, a respected counter radicalisation activist, speaker and author. After a complaint by the MCB, the Sun
- [Mail on Sunday Retracts Bogus Headline After Complaint](https://mcb.org.uk/mail-on-sunday-retracts-bogus-headline-after-complaint/) - Yesterday, (11 December 2016), the Mail on Sunday retracted its bogus and sensationalist headline about "Isolated British Muslims" after a complaint by the Muslim Council of Britain's Assistant Secretary General, Miqdaad Versi. The headline initially claimed that "Isolated British Muslims are so cut off from the rest of society that they see the UK as
- [Ustadh Saleem Kayani](https://mcb.org.uk/ustadh-saleem-kayani/) - 21 November 2016 The MCB is saddened to learn of the demise of the distinguished Qur'anic scholar Muhammad Saleem Kayani. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'iun. Ustadh Saleem passed away on 19th November, at his home in North London, aged 82. He had devoted his life to Islamic causes, first in Pakistan,
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- [British Muslims Join Global Hajj Pilgrimage, Celebrate Eid on Monday](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-join-global-hajj-pilgrimage-celebrate-eid-on-monday/) - 9 September 2016 Thousands of Britons have joined millions of Muslims as they mark the annual pilgrimage of the Hajj at the holy city of Makkah this weekend. The pilgrimage, a religious obligation on all practising Muslims at least once in their life, concludes with the festival of Eid
- [Eid on the Wharf – 2016!](https://mcb.org.uk/aml-eid-on-the-wharf-2016/) - Date: 30 September 2016 (6 pm til late) Venue: Clifford Chance LLP, 10 Upper Bank Street, London, E14 5JJ Audience: 250+ London city professionals The eagerly anticipated annual Association of Muslim Lawyers' (AML) and Clifford Chance Eid on the Wharf event is set to take place on the evening of Friday 30th September 2016. As
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- [Muslims Congratulate Queen on her 90th Birthday](https://mcb.org.uk/muslims-congratulate-queen-on-her-90th-birthday/) - 21 April 2016 Today, the Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, congratulated Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on her 90th birthday. ‘I wish Her Majesty a very happy 90th birthday. In her long life, the Queen has witnessed and overseen dramatic, and I am sure positive, change in this country of ours. Today, despite all of
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- [British Muslims in Numbers: Briefing 8 - March 2016](https://mcb.org.uk/briefing8/) - This eighth briefing looks at the identity of British Muslims. Click here to download Briefing 8 as PDF. Data sources: British Muslims in Numbers (2015), www.mcb.org.uk/muslimstatistics YouGov poll conducted for Islamic Relief, June 2014. Understanding Society (2013), Institute for Social and Economic Research (ISER), NatCen Social Research, University of Essex. https://www.iser.essex.ac.uk/2012/06/30/ethnic-minorities-living-in-the-uk-feel-more-british-than-white-britons Ali, Sundas (2013), Identities
- [MADE's Ultimate Water Challenge](https://mcb.org.uk/mades-ultimate-water-challenge/) - DATES: Monday 21st March to Friday 25th March The Prophet Muhammad [peace be upon him] forbade wasting water “even if you are at the banks of a flowing river” Did you know that we waste over 10 litres of water when we leave the tap running during wudu? This is more water than people in
- [Visit My Mosque 2016](https://mcb.org.uk/2016-vmm/) - #VisitMyMosque day took place on Sunday 7th February 2016, with over 80 mosques across the UK taking part in simultaneously holding a mosque open day. Mosques across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland took part, inviting in neighbours to share tea and refreshments, alongside an insight into the day-to-day goings on of a busy Muslim
- [Thousands of Britons take part in ‘Visit My Mosque’ initiative](https://mcb.org.uk/thousands-of-britons-take-part-in-visit-my-mosque-initiative/) - 08 February 2016 Thousands of Britons were welcomed into over 80 mosques across the country on Sunday 7 February, as part of the second annual ‘Visit My Mosque’ Day. Mosques across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland invited in neighbours to share tea and refreshments, alongside an insight into the day-to-day goings on of a
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- [British Muslims Explore Community-led Responses to Terrorism and Extremism](https://mcb.org.uk/counterterrorconf2015/) - London | Thursday 12 October 2014 1100-1700 Exploring the issues of extremism and examine credible responses to the issues of terrorism. Muslim activists and leaders gathered in London on 12 November in a special conference convened by the Muslim Council of Britain. It included a wide range of diverse voices from different parts of the
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- [EVENT: Ramadan and Diabetes](https://mcb.org.uk/ramadan-and-diabetes-event-230515/) - Ramadan and Diabetes Saturday 23rd May 2015 - 2.00pm to 4.30pm The London Central Mosque, Park Road, London NW8 7RG Organised by the Muslim Council of Britain and Diabetes UK Features, talks and discussion on how diabetes affects fasting, keeping safe in Ramadan and food tips. Talks by eminent speakers, including: Imam Yunus Dudhwala, Muslim Healthcare
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- [Eid Mubarak from the Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-mubarak-from-the-muslim-council-of-britain/) - 05 Nov 2011 I would like to extend Eid greetings on behalf of the Muslim Council of Britain to all Muslims and people of other faiths and communities. May you and your families have a joyous and blessed day. The great day of Eid ul Adha marks the end of Hajj (Pilgrimage to Makkah) where
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- [Protect religious slaughter in the UK and EU](https://mcb.org.uk/protect-religious-slaughter-uk-eu/) - 17 February 2015 The British Veterinary Association has collected 100,000 signatures to prevent religious slaughter and enforce stunning on all animals. This will affect both Jewish and Muslim communities, for whom stunning during slaughter is not allowed. Judaism and Islam require adherents to treat animals with kindness and to minimise pain when slaughtering. The process
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- [British Muslims Urged to Register to Vote](https://mcb.org.uk/nvrd-5-feb/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is delighted to be working with the Electoral Commission to encourage Muslims across the UK to register to vote for the upcoming General Election. Politics affects us all, and this is the time for everyone to have their say and make a difference. Today is National Voter Registration Day (#NVRD)
- [Exploring Hospice Care Issues](https://mcb.org.uk/exploring-hospice-care-issues/) - Exploring Hospice Care Issues for Muslim Patients: London Event Wednesday 18th February 2015, 9.30am - 4.30pm Speakers from hospices and Muslim communities Venue: Ideas Store, Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BU Event: The Woolf Institute has organised the London event, with workshops throughout the day bringing together hospice professionals and Muslim communities to discuss
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- [INSTITUTIONAL ISLAMOPHOBIA: A conference to examine state racism and social engineering of the Muslim community](https://mcb.org.uk/institutional-islamophobia-conference-examine-state-racism-social-engineering-muslim-community/) - Date: Saturday 13 December Time: 2pm – 6.30pm Venue: Rooms MAL 414 and 415, Birkbeck, University of London, Malet Street, London, WC1E 7HX - Nearest tube stations: Russell Square (Picadilly line); Goodge Street (Northern line); Euston Square (Metropolitan line) The Islamic Human Rights Commission (IHRC) will be holding a conference focused on tackling Islamophobia
- [Muslim Council of Britain backs Archbishop’s call to increase support for the UK hungry](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-backs-archbishop-call-to-increase-support-for-the-uk-hungry/) - 08 December 2014 The Muslim Council of Britain backs the Archbishop of Canterbury call on our government to do more to support those who find themselves hungry in this time of economic hardship and austerity. The Archbishop's call comes as an All-Party Parliamentary Committee today proposes urgent recommendations to tackle food poverty and hunger. The Secretary
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- [Scotland Speaks: Chooses to stay within the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/scotland-speaks-chooses-to-stay-within-the-uk/) - 19th September 2014 The result of Scottish Referendum is before us, with 55% of voters opting to stay within the United Kingdom. The referendum witnessed a historic turnout of over 85% of the electorate, with large numbers of Scottish Muslims participating in the vote, and in the campaigns prior to
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- [The Cut Conference: Exploring the Reality of FGM](https://mcb.org.uk/cut-conference-exploring-reality-fgm/) - An Event Not To be Missed This is a unique opportunity to listen to amazing speakers, to learn and become part of a movement to create positive change.Did you know, 137,000 women and girls are living with FGM in the UK. For non-medical reasons, but rather to conform to social and cultural norms, you
- [Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Yet Another Murder in Iraq](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-murder-of-stephen-sotloff/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today condemned yet another murder reportedly carried out by the so-called 'Islamic State' group. Dr Shuja Shafi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: "This depraved act is yet another illustration of how this group betrays the very principles of Islam they claim to uphold. They dishonour our
- [Peace Conference: Peace-Building in the 21st Century](https://mcb.org.uk/peace-conference-peace-building-in-the-21st-century/) - The Cordoba Foundation, London Peace Network & Faith-based Regeneration Network Peace Conference: Peace-Building in the 21st Century Celebrating Achievements and Hopes, Confronting Real Issues St Ethelburga’s, London – Monday 15 September, 2014 -9:30am-3:30pm St Ethelburga's Centre, 78 Bishopsgate London EC2N 4AG Supported by the Muslim Council of Britain, Christian Muslim Forum, Religions for Peace,
- [Made in Europe and London Central Mosque 2014 ECO FAIR](https://mcb.org.uk/made-in-europe-and-london-central-mosque-2014-eco-fair/) - On Saturday 6th September, MCB's Affiliate, Made in Europe will be holding the biggest MADE event of the year - the 2014 #EcoFair at Regents Park Mosque - where they'll be promoting all things green and ethical. The day will be packed with stalls, activities, workshops, speakers and more! Regents Park Mosque is also the Zuhr prayer stop of MADE's Tour de Salah cycle challenge and Shaykh Shams
- [#WeAreAllHuman - Interfaith Vigil: ‘Showing solidarity with the people of Iraq’](https://mcb.org.uk/weareallhuman-interfaith-vigil-showing-solidarity-with-the-people-of-iraq/) - World Jewish Relief, Islamic Relief, & Christian Aid Warmly invite you to drop in and join the interfaith vigil: ‘Showing solidarity with the people of Iraq’ and affirming the message: #WeAreAllHuman With the Most Rev & Rt Hon Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, Imam Ibrahim Mogra, Ayatollah Dr Sayed Fazel Milani, Rabbi Laura Janner-Klausner and
- [Muslim Council of Britain Responds to The Times](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-the-times-28-08-14/) - On Tuesday 26 August, The Times newspaper attacked the Muslim Council of Britain in its Leader article. On 28 August, it published a shortened version of the Muslim Council of Britain's response. Since it has failed to publish our full response, we include it here now. Sir, Your leader (Counsel of Immoderation, 26 Aug) grudgingly accepts
- [Five Things You Can Do to Help the People of Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/five-things-you-can-do-to-help-the-people-of-gaza/) - So far, the people of Gaza are earning a respite from the brutality of the Israeli war machine. We pray to Allah that the guns are silent for longer. In the meantime, the people of Gaza are counting the cost of this conflict, hospitals and shelters have been bombed, and the Israeli siege on Gaza
- [EVENT - 'Community at the Crossroads' - The responsibility of the Muslim professional in securing our future](https://mcb.org.uk/community-at-the-crossroads-the-responsibility-of-the-muslim-professional-in-securing-our-future/) - MCB Deputy Secretary General, Mr Harun Rashid Khan, will be speaking alongside special guests, Imam Zaid Shakir and Shaykh Shams Ad-Duha, on Thursday 21st August 2014 at the 'Community at the Crossroads' event at Logan Hall, Institute of Education. Please see below for more information and how to register. --Disclaimer-- Events are listed by
- [Muslim Council of Britain Commends Baroness Warsi Principled Resignation over Gaza](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-commends-baroness-warsi-principled-resignation-over-gaza/) - 5th August 2014 The Muslim Council of Britain commended Baroness Sayeeda Warsi who resigned today as Senior Minister of State for Faith and Communities. Baroness Warsi resigned from government by stating: "I can no longer support Government policy over Gaza." Dr Shuja Shafi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, praised Baroness Warsi over
- [Campaign Launched to Treat Gaza's Severely Wounded Children in UK](https://mcb.org.uk/campaign-launched-to-treat-gazas-severely-wounded-children-in-uk/) - 5 August 2014 #SaveGazaKids With at least 300 children and adolescents killed in Gaza by the Israeli Defence Force in the last month, a new campaign has been launched today to treat in the UK those children in desperate need of medical treatment. Because of the seven year siege, and current onslaught, Gaza lacks medical
- [Eid Mubarak from the Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-mubarak-2014/) - A Message from Dr Shuja Shafi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain Assalamu alaikum, (peace be upon you), On behalf of our affiliates, volunteers and staff at the Muslim Council of Britain, I would like to wish you all a joyous and blessed Eid. For the last 30 or so days, Muslims have been
- [Muslim Council of Britain hosts National Community Iftar](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-hosts-national-community-iftar-9-july-2014/) - On 9 July, 2014, the Muslim Council of Britain held its National Community Iftar at the Abrar House in Central London. Once again, the theme of the evening was Intra-Faith Unity, with speakers from various schools of thoughts and traditions of Islam invited to affirm their commitment to Intra-Faith Unity. Speakers included Mehdi Hasan, Political
- [Muslim Council of Britain Mourns the Passing of Dr Mohammad Akbar Ali](https://mcb.org.uk/dr-mohammad-akbar-ali-tribute/) - The Muslim Council of Britain mourns the passing of yet another community pioneer, Dr Mohammad Akbar Ali, inna lillilahi wa inna ilaihi rajioon. Dr Akbar Ali was a leading light of Liverpool's Muslim community. He died just two weeks after achieving his dream of restoring Britain’s first mosque in Liverpool. We remember Dr Akbar Ali
- [Be careful with your health this Ramadan](https://mcb.org.uk/be-careful-with-your-health-this-ramadan/) - With some 5 hours only available to eat, drink, sleep and pray, Ramadan in the UK will be tough. Please ensure you look after your health during this blessed time. Factsheets Ramadan Health Fact Sheet 2014 Ramadan and Diabetes: MCB-Diabetes UK leaflet Ramadan and diabetes A detailed guide for people with diabetes See also Islamic
- [Ramadan Message from Dr Shuja Shafi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/2014-ramadan-message/) - On behalf of the Muslim Council of Britain, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. Ramadan provides the much needed opportunity for reflection and renewal of the purpose. We pray that this blessed month and the act of fasting helps us to unite in
- [British Muslims Welcome Ramadan: A month of fasting, compassion, charity](https://mcb.org.uk/ramadan-2014/) - 27th June 2014 From tomorrow*, British Muslims will join over a billion Muslims all over the world in a month of fasting, charity and solidarity. Key facts about Ramadan can be found here. The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) wishes all those participating a blessed, spiritual and peaceful Ramadan. In his Ramadan message, Dr Shuja
- [Venturepreneurs LaunchPad](https://mcb.org.uk/venturepreneurs-launchpad/) - Monday 13th May 2013 https://launchpadlondon.eventbrite.com/#
- [Muslim Council of Britain speaks out Against Female Genital Mutilation](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-speaks-out-against-female-genital-mutilation/) - 19th June 2014 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), FORWARD (a UK based African women’s support and campaigning organisation) in association with The Muslim Spiritual Care Provision in the NHS (MSCP) have developed a resource about Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and Islam. Dr Shuja Shafi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain has said:
- [MCB's Inaugral Capacity Building Initiative in Bradford a Success](https://mcb.org.uk/mcbs-inaugral-capacity-building-initiative-in-bradford-a-success/) - Monday, 14 October 2013 The MCB's latest project held its inaugral event in Bradford on Sun 29 Sept 2013. The Institutional Capacity Building Initiative' (ICBI) ran a training workshop on Mosque Management and Strategic Visioning at the Khidmat Centre with some 25 community leaders and representatives from Mosques and organisations across the North of
- [Dr Ramzy from MCB attends London Taxi Driver's Fund for Underprivileged Children 85th Anniversary](https://mcb.org.uk/dr-ramzy-from-mcb-attends-london-taxi-drivers-fund-for-underprivileged-children-85th-anniversary/) - Thursday, 17 October 2013 Dr Sheikh Hojjat Ramzy, from the Muslim Council of Britain, was invited to attend the ‘Ranks of Angels’, a service held at London St Paul’s Cathedral to celebrate the 85th Anniversary of the London Taxi Drivers’ Fund for Underprivileged Children. He was invited along with leaders of world religions who performed
- [Muslim Council of Britain Elects New Leadership and Discusses British Values](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-elects-new-leadership-and-discusses-british-values/) - Dr Shuja Shafi elected Secretary General and Harun Rashid Khan Deputy Secretary General British Muslim leaders debate British values at Annual General Meeting Veteran Anti Apartheid Campaigner discusses the place of Muslims in Britain today On 15th June 2014, the Muslim Council of Britain elected its fifth Secretary General, Dr Shuja Shafi. It also elected
- [Leadership Development Programme Master Class 2013 for Alumni](https://mcb.org.uk/leadership-development-programme-master-class-2013-for-alumni/) - Friday, 27 September 2013 Celebrating 10 years of the MCB’s Leadership Development Programme The LDP Alumni Team are pleased to invite you to a LDP Training Master Class* by World Renowned Susan Nash (USA) on Temperament, Type and Leadership & The 10th Anniversary LDP Alumni Dinner *Please note only LDP Alumni can attend the
- [Eid ul Adha Mubarak from the Muslim Council of Britain: A Great Celebration of Unity of Mankind](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-ul-adha-mubarak-from-the-muslim-council-of-britain-a-great-celebration-of-unity-of-mankind/) - Monday, 14 October 2013 I would like to extend Eid greetings on behalf of the Muslim Council of Britain to Muslims and convey a warm message of solidarity and peace to everyone on this auspicious day. May you and your families have a joyous and blessed day. Eid ul Adha coincides with the annual
- [Ramadan - Key Facts](https://mcb.org.uk/568-2/) - Thu 11 July 2013 From 9 July, many practising Muslims will be observing the holy month of Ramadan for some 30 days. They will focus on good works, spirituality and community. Ramadan Health Fact Sheet Every year, the MCB's Muslim Spiritual Care Provision in the NHS circulates the Ramadan Health Fact Sheet to
- [Muslim Council of Britain offers support to the government in tackling the rise in Islamophobia in Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-offers-support-to-the-government-in-tackling-the-rise-in-islamophobia-in-britain/) - 28th May 2014 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) notes with concern the reports of rising racism in Britain, linked to the "growing hostility to immigrants and widespread Islamophobia". The authoritative British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey, as reported by the Guardian, indicates that this is reversing the trends seen in the 1980s and 1990s. This
- [Save Shaker Aamer - Rt Hon Sadiq Khan's (MP) letter to PM David Cameron](https://mcb.org.uk/save-shaker-aamer-rt-hon-sadiq-khans-mp-letter-to-pm-david-cameron/) - Friday 11th January 2013 Shaker Aamer is the last British resident remaining in Guantanamo Bay despite having been cleared for release. He has now entered his 11th year of detention. Below is a letter from the Rt Hon Sadiq Khan MP to Prime Minister, David Cameron: In order for his case to be considered for debate
- [We Need Clarity and Consistency in our Education Standards: British Muslims Respond to the Ofsted Reports of schools in Birmingham](https://mcb.org.uk/we-need-clarity-and-consistency-in-our-education-standards-british-muslims-respond-to-the-ofsted-reports-of-schools-in-birmingham/) - 9th June 2014 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today noted its serious concern at the conduct and outcome of the Ofsted investigation into state schools in Birmingham. The investigations were ordered by the Department for Education following the circulation of what is widely believed to be a fake dossier titled “Trojan Horse” outlining a plot
- [A Call for the Next Secretary General and Leadership of the Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/a-call-for-the-next-secretary-general-and-leadership-of-the-muslim-council-of-britain/) - Every two years the MCB appoints its office-bearers for a two year term: a Secretary General (SG), a Deputy Secretary General (DSG), a Treasurer, three Assistant Secretary Generals (ASGs) and a Deputy Treasurer. For the first time on Sunday 15 June 2014, the SG and DSG will be directly elected by the affiliates’ delegates present.
- [Have You Got What it Takes? Previous MCB Leaders Giver Their Perspective](https://mcb.org.uk/have-you-got-what-it-takes-previous-mcb-leaders-giver-their-perspective/) - The MCB’s Constitution defines the Secretary General’s role as its “official spokesperson”, with responsibilities including convening the General Assembly, directing the work of the National Council in implementing the policies set by the General Assembly, presenting a report of activities to the annual meeting of the General Assembly and convening and chairing meetings of the MCB’s Executive Committee.
- [British Muslims Sign Historic Intra-Faith Unity Statement](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-sign-historic-intra-faith-unity-statement/) - Intra-Faith Unity Statement Aims to Provide Common Ground Between Muslims of All Traditions 29 June 2013 British Muslims from a diverse range of faith traditions came together today to affirm their commitment to Muslim unity and pluralism. A historic document was signed by leaders and representatives of a number of organisations from a cross section
- [Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes Prime Minister's Support for Islamic Finance ](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-prime-ministers-support-for-islamic-finance/) - 29th October 2013 The Muslim Council of Britain today welcomes Prime Minister David Cameron's announcement to boost Islamic finance provision in the United Kingdom. The announcement includes the introduction of Islamic bonds and the promise to help students and families take out loans according to Islamic provisions. Farooq Murad, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain
- [British Muslims Mourn Passing of Birmingham's Dr Mohammed Naseem](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslims-mourn-passing-of-birminghams-dr-mohammed-naseem/) - 22nd April 2014 The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) expresses its sadness with the passing away of Dr Mohammed Naseem. For over fifty years he had dedicated his life not only as a Muslim but as a citizen of Birmingham and the United Kingdom. As founding Chairman of Birmingham Central Mosque, Dr Naseem was a passionate
- [Let's Stop the Scaremongering Around Religious Slaughter and Face the Facts](https://mcb.org.uk/lets-stop-the-scaremongering-around-religious-slaughter-and-face-the-facts/) - 7th March 2014 This week the president-elect of the British Veterinary Association (BVA) John Blackwell called for a ban on Zabiha and Shechita methods of slaughter if Muslims and Jews cannot find a “humane method of killing”. Dr Shuja Shafi, deputy secretary general of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) expressed his concern at the lack
- [MCB calls for action against far-right Hindutva extremism in Leicester](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-action-against-far-right-extremism-in-leicester/) - PRESS RELEASE 19 SEPTEMBER 2022 The Muslim Council of Britain condemns the targeting of Muslim communities in Leicester by far-right Hindutva groups. In the past few days, there has been a heightening of tensions among the diverse communities of Leicester, as concerns grow about the rise of violent right-wing Hindutva extremism taking root locally.
- [Muslim Council of Britain calls for calm amid tensions in Leicester](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-calm-amid-tensions-in-leicester/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply concerned at the escalation of communal tensions and ongoing violence in Leicester, culminating in last night’s events. We add our voices to those appealing for calm at this time. MCB has been liaising with local groups since the start of protests two weeks ago. Tensions and isolated
- [Muslim Council of Britain Pays Tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-pays-tribute-to-her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii/) - STATEMENT Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: The Muslim Council of Britain expresses its sorrow at the news of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen. Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the King and Royal Family at this difficult time. We at the Muslim Council of Britain remember
- [Colour, Crafts, Conversations and a Cuppa: The Spectacular Return of the National ‘Visit My Mosque’ Campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/colour-crafts-conversations-and-a-cuppa-the-spectacular-return-of-the-national-visit-my-mosque-campaign/) - PRESS RELEASE More than 200 Mosques welcomed thousands of visitors over the weekend, 3rd and 4th of September, for the seventh annual ‘Visit My Mosque’ (VMM) - the largest coordinated Mosque open day event in the UK. Mosques opened their doors for tours, exhibitions, food and activities, as well as an opportunity for guests
- [MCB responds to imminent appointment of Rt Hon Liz Truss as Prime Minister](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-appointment-of-rt-hon-liz-truss-as-prime-minister/) - Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain, Zara Mohammed, responding to the imminent appointment of the new Prime Minister, said: “Our new Prime Minister will assume office at a critical moment for our country. I earnestly hope the soon-to-be appointed Prime Minister, the Rt Hon Liz Truss, will be able to provide leadership and foster
- [Muslim of Council of Britain welcomes the return of Visit My Mosque, the largest Mosque open day event in the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-of-council-of-britain-welcomes-the-return-of-visit-my-mosque-the-largest-mosque-open-day-event-in-the-uk/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim of Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes the return of Visit My Mosque (VMM), the largest Mosque open day event in the UK This weekend, on Saturday, 3rd and Sunday, 4th September, more than 200 Mosques will be opening their doors and inviting guests from local communities in. After going digital over
- [Islamic New Year – Muharram, 1444 Welcoming a new year of hope](https://mcb.org.uk/islamic-new-year-muharram-1444-welcoming-a-new-year-of-hope/) - Muharram is one of the four sacred months for Muslims across the globe. It’s coming heralds the beginning of the new hijri year and is a time for reflection and blessings. The month marks many notable events in Islamic history; including Prophet Moses and his people being saved from the tyranny of the Pharoah, and
- [Daily Mail causes more hatred by calling for the exclusion of British Muslim Representation](https://mcb.org.uk/daily-mail-causes-more-hatred-by-calling-for-the-exclusion-of-british-muslim-representation/) - 18th July 2022 The Daily Mail has sought to attack Conservative Party leadership hopeful Penny Mordaunt for meeting Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain in 2021. This uncontroversial meeting took place last year following the election of the first woman as head of the country’s largest Muslim umbrella body. Yet the
- [Remembering Srebrenica: 27 Years On](https://mcb.org.uk/remembering-srebrenica-27-years-on/) - Today we mark the 27th anniversary of the massacres in Srebrenica, in which over 8,000 Bosniak-Muslims were murdered in the worst atrocity in Europe since the Second World War. The theme for this year’s Srebrenica Memorial Day is “Combatting Denial: Challenging Hatred” Acknowledging what happened, and rejecting attempts at historical revisionism which brings with it
- [Boris Johnson resignation - time for a reset in British politics](https://mcb.org.uk/boris-johnson-resignation-time-for-a-re-set-in-british-politics/) - Following the resignation speech of Boris Johnson as prime minister of this country, the Muslim Council of Britain’s Secretary-General Zara Mohammed said: “The resignation of the prime minister comes at a delicate moment for our country: a cost-of-living crisis, international turmoil and deep divisions here in the UK. It is now time to reset our
- [MCB joins calls to scrap Rwanda Deportation Scheme](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-joins-calls-to-scrap-rwanda-deportation-scheme/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today joined growing calls for the government to rethink its controversial scheme to deport those seeking asylum here in the United Kingdom. The scheme has been halted thanks to a last-minute intervention by the European Court of Human Rights. Zara Mohammed Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: “This
- [Muslim Council of Britain Congratulates HM The Queen on 70 Years of Service](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-congratulates-hm-the-queen-on-70-years-of-service/) - Muslim Council of Britain Congratulates HM The Queen on 70 Years of Service The Muslim Council of Britain today congratulated Her Majesty The Queen on the occasion of her Platinum Jubilee. The Queen has been a point of unity for the country and has served this nation for over seventy years. Zara Mohammed, Secretary-General of
- [Queen’s Birthday Honours List – June 2022](https://mcb.org.uk/queens-birthday-honours-list-june-2022/) - The Muslim Council of Britain congratulates many of the names recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List, in this, the Platinum Jubilee Year. We congratulate all those recognised for their public service, which includes British Muslims who have contributed to the health, prosperity and well-being of our society. These include renowned medical expert, Professor Aziz
- [MCB marks 74th Nakba Day: a Call for justice](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-marks-74th-nakba-day-a-call-for-justice/) - This year marks the 74th year anniversary of the Nakba, day of catastrophe, in which more than 750, 000 Palestinians were displaced from their homes. Zara Mohammed, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: “Today is Nakba Day, where Palestinians recall the tragedy of being driven from their homes. 74 years on, the Palestinian
- [Muslim Council of Britain Speaks Out Against Proposed Plans to Deport Migrants to Rwanda](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-speaks-out-against-proposed-plans-to-deport-migrants-to-rwanda/) - PRESS RELEASE Muslim Council of Britain Speaks Out Against Proposed Plans to Deport Migrants to Rwanda 20 April 2022 The Muslim Council of Britain today spoke out against the government’s controversial proposals to deport certain migrants to Rwanda. The MCB backs the Archbishop of Canterbury’s intervention on this matter, having recently warned that the policy
- [MCB condemns violent attack on Al Aqsa Mosque by Israeli authorities](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-violent-attack-on-al-aqsa-mosque-by-israeli-authorities/) - The Muslim Council of Britain condemns the violent raid on the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound by Israeli forces during the month of Ramadan, injuring over 152 Palestinians, according to medics. MCB Secretary-General, Zara Mohammed said: “The world witnesses yet again unrestrained violence against worshippers at the Al Aqsa Mosque by Israeli forces. This is a desecration
- [Constitutional Review 2022](https://mcb.org.uk/constitutional-review-2022/) - Have Your Say in the Future of Your MCB! The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is reviewing its Constitution in an open consultation exercise between March and July 2022. We are taking views and opinions on how the MCB can be more representative and more democratic, helping us to serve all of Britain’s Muslim communities.
- [MCB Celebrates International Women’s Day 2022 #BreakTheBias  ](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-celebrates-international-womens-day-2022-breakthebias/) - STATEMENT This year’s theme for International Women’s Day, #BreakTheBias, reflects the challenges women globally are still facing with gender-based discrimination, prejudice and inequality. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: “International Women’s Day is a celebration of global women and girls, our achievement and successes, as well as a reflection of
- [Muslim Council of Britain Calls for an Immediate Cessation of Hostilities in Ukraine](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-an-immediate-cessation-of-hostilities-in-ukraine/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain is deeply concerned about the unfolding humanitarian crisis that has inevitably emerged a week on from Russia's invasion of Ukraine. It calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to peace. We stand with the Ukrainian people, including the hundreds of thousands of Muslim Ukrainians, the
- [Obituary: Hashir Faruqi](https://mcb.org.uk/obituary-hashir-faruqi/) - "To Allah we belong and to Him we return." (Qur’an 2:156) At the MCB Annual General Meeting on 29th January 2022, deep condolences were expressed on the passing of Mohammad Hashir Faruqi on 11th January 2022. Faruqi came to the UK from India as a student in the 1960s. Throughout the decades he made Britain
- [Who was behind the National Hoax? Muslim Council of Britain Calls for Independent Public Inquiry into ‘Trojan Horse’ Affair](https://mcb.org.uk/who-was-behind-the-national-hoax-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-independent-public-inquiry-into-trojan-horse-affair/) - PRESS RELEASE 10th February 2021 The Muslim Council of Britain is today calling for an independent public inquiry into the Birmingham ‘Trojan Horse’ affair following damning revelations in a New York Times podcast by investigative journalists Hamza Syed and Brian Reed. The Trojan Horse affair centred around allegations of a ‘plot’ by Muslims, including a
- [Muslim Council of Britain urges Peers to reject the Government’s Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-peers-to-reject-the-governments-police-crime-sentencing-and-courts-bill/) - STATEMENT Today, members of the House of Lords have their last chance to amend part 3 of the Government’s Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill, which covers peaceful protesting. The Government has made a number of amendments to this bill, making it increasingly punitive. As it stands, this bill threatens to impinge greatly upon our fundamental rights
- [Texas Synagogue Hostage Stand-Off: Muslim Council of Britain Condemn Act](https://mcb.org.uk/texas-synagogue-hostage-stand-off-muslim-council-of-britain-condemn-act/) - PRESS RELEASE The Muslim Council of Britain today expresses its solidarity with the Jewish community following a hostage stand-off at a synagogue in the United States. The hostage-taking at Congregation Beth Israel in Texas, is completely unacceptable and we condemn the action in the strongest possible terms. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council
- [Booster vaccination drive as Omicron variant surges](https://mcb.org.uk/booster-vaccination-drive-as-omicron-surge/) - Commenting on the acceleration of the booster vaccination drive campaign across the UK, Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: "Throughout the pandemic, mosques and Muslim organisations have been at the forefront in supporting measures to tackle Covid 19. They have played a crucial role in communities that are most at
- [Save the Date - AGM on 29th January 2022](https://mcb.org.uk/save-the-date-agm-on-29th-january-2022/) - Save the Date – AGM on 29th January 2022 The Muslim Council of Britain’s 24th Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be taking place on Saturday 29th January 2022 insha Allah (God Willing). Preparations were in hand for a hybrid event involving both face-to-face and online joining options. However, given the dangers posed by rising COVID19
- [Muslim Council of Britain reiterates call for full UK Diplomatic Boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-reiterates-call-for-full-uk-diplomatic-boycott-of-beijing-winter-olympics/) - PRESS RELEASE 8th December 2021 Muslim Council of Britain reiterates call for full UK Diplomatic Boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the Prime Minister Boris Johnson's statement in the House of Commons today that "no ministers are expected to attend" the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics but calls on the UK
- [MCB's Centre for Media Monitoring: Report Calls for Fairer Treatment of Muslims in Media in the Face of Negative Coverage](https://mcb.org.uk/mcbs-centre-for-media-monitoring-report-calls-for-fairer-treatment-of-muslims-in-media-in-the-face-of-negative-coverage/) - PRESS RELEASE “British Media’s Coverage of Muslims & Islam (2018-2020)” is one of the most extensive pieces of statistical research done on how Muslims and Islam are reported in the British media and reveals through 100’s of examples the sheer scale of negative reporting associated with Muslims in the UK. A landmark report by the
- [Azeem Rafiq DCMS testimony: Challenging institutional racism in Britain today](https://mcb.org.uk/azeem-rafiq-dcms-testimony-challenging-institutional-racism-in-britain-today/) - Azeem Rafiq, former Yorkshire County cricketer, provided a witness statement to the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) parliamentary committee on Tuesday, 16th November. Azeem Rafiq’s testimony was powerful. Having captained the England under-15 and under-19 sides, he still faced overt racism and unspeakable bigotry. He was called a “P*ki”, a derogatory term that accompanied
- [Liverpool car explosion: Muslims pay tribute to hero taxi driver](https://mcb.org.uk/liverpool-car-explosion-muslims-pay-tribute-to-hero-taxi-driver/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain today praised the bravery of David Perry, the Liverpool taxi driver whose swift response may have prevented a wider atrocity in the city. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: “Nothing justifies this reprehensible act, and we praise the quick action of David Perry who prevented a terrorist attack. The
- [Muslim Council of Britain welcomes Inter Faith Week 2021](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-inter-faith-week-2021/) - Today marks the start of Inter Faith Week 2021; a week dedicated to strengthening inter faith relations, increasing awareness of the distinct faith traditions in the UK and understanding between people of all faiths and none. This year, faith communities are reflecting on the fundamental concept of solidarity, with faith leaders sharing messages on the
- [Mourning the loss of Sir David Amess MP – Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Attack on Democracy](https://mcb.org.uk/mourning-the-loss-of-sir-david-amess-mp-muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-attack-on-democracy/) - STATEMENT As further details of the perpetrator of Sir David Amess MP’s murder emerge, Zara Mohammed, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain, issued the following additional statement: "As more information emerges, and much speculation remains, the MCB's position is clear in its condemnation of this cold-blooded murder in the strongest possible terms. The perpetrators
- [Muslim Council of Britain responds to news of the brutal murder of Sir David Amess MP](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-news-of-the-brutal-murder-of-sir-david-amess-mp/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain sends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Sir David Amess MP, who was brutally murdered today in the course of performing his duties as an MP. From attending the launch of the first Muslim Scouts group in Southend in 2013 to meeting the Imam of Southend
- [The Muslim Council of Britain Responds to Universal Credit cut](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-universal-credit-cut/) - STATEMENT Today, the UK Government went ahead with their plan to cut the Universal Credit uplift, reducing payments by £20 a week, despite widespread concerns around the effects of such a move. According to the Resolution Foundation, individuals could lose up to 25% of their allowance, taking the the basic rate of benefits to its lowest
- [MCB Secretary-General Attends G20 Interfaith Forum](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-secretary-general-attends-g20-interfaith-forum/) - PRESS RELEASE 12th September 2021 From the 12th of September, the Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain, Zara Mohammed, will be attending the annual G20 Interfaith Forum - a platform which brings together international scholars, global interfaith activists, and religious leaders to contribute ideas and recommendations in response to global issues. This year’s conference
- [9/11, 20 Years On: Muslim Council of Britain Mourns Victims of Terrorism and the War on Terror](https://mcb.org.uk/9-11-20-years-on-muslim-council-of-britain-mourns-victims-of-terrorism-and-the-war-on-terror/) - PRESS RELEASE 11 September 2021 On the twentieth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the Muslim Council of Britain marks this sad occasion by remembering the victims, their families, survivors, and all those who have been caught up in the two decades of violence, vengeance and vacuous policies that have prevailed since. On that fateful
- [Muslim Council of Britain expresses deep concern over the Police, Crime, Sentencing & Courts Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-expresses-deep-concern-over-the-police-crime-sentencing-courts-bill/) - STATEMENT 8 September, 2021 The Government's Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill is to be put before the House of Lords for its second reading on Tuesday, 14th September. As it stands, the passing of this Bill threatens to impinge greatly upon our rights to freedom of assembly and expression, and the public’s ability to
- [Statement on IICSA report](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-iicsa-report/) - STATEMENT Responding to the publishing on 2nd September 2021 of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) report Child Protection in Religious Organisations and Settings, Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: “The report makes for difficult reading and underlines the importance of education centred around the wellbeing of children.
- [Afghan Refugees: What role should Muslims organisations play?](https://mcb.org.uk/afghan-refugees-what-role-should-muslims-organisations-play/) - With the unfolding crisis and the increasing number of refugees arriving to the UK from Afghanistan, My Foster Family hosted an important online meeting on 20 August on the role Muslim organisations and the wider community should play to welcome refugees. Do you or your community have talent, resources or skills to support? An online
- [On the passing of Haji Mahomed Siddik Giga: HMC stalwart and long-serving MCB National Council member](https://mcb.org.uk/on-the-passing-of-haji-mahomed-siddik-giga-hmc-stalwart-and-long-serving-mcb-national-council-member/) - Haji Mahomed Siddik Giga, one of the longest serving senior managers at the Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC) and MCB National Council member, passed away on Tuesday, 10th August. As part of senior management at the HMC, Haji Mahomed dedicated over 15 years of his life to the regulation, inspection, procurement and certification of halal foods,
- [Islamic New Year – Muharram, 1443](https://mcb.org.uk/islamic-new-year-muharram-1443/) - Islamic New Year - Muharram, 1443 Muharram is one of the four sacred months for Muslims across the globe. It's coming heralds the beginning of the new hijri year and is a time for reflection and blessings. The month marks many notable events in Islamic history; including Prophet Moses and his people being saved from
- [First Muslim Olympic flag bearer for Team GB marks milestone for faith representation in sport](https://mcb.org.uk/first-muslim-olympic-flag-bearer-for-team-gb-marks-milestone-for-faith-representation-in-sport/) - Commenting on the selection of Mohamed Sbihi as the Team GB flag bearer for Tokyo 2020, Zara Mohammed, MCB Secretary General said: "Countless British Muslims make outstanding contributions to public life in a range of sectors, from science and arts, to business and sports. "The selection of world class rower Mohamed Sbihi to jointly carry
- [On the passing of Ali Omar Ermes (1945-2021): World-renowned artist and former MCB Treasurer](https://mcb.org.uk/on-the-passing-of-ali-omar-ermes-1945-2021-world-renowned-artist-and-former-mcb-treasurer/) - World-renowned British-Libyan artist, calligrapher par excellence and dedicated community organiser, Ali Omar Ermes passed away this week, on Saturday, the 10th of July. Ali Omar was steadfastly invested in the development and advancement of British Muslim communities. An ardent supporter of the Muslim Council of Britain when it was inaugurated in 1997, he famously presented
- [MCB calls on social media companies to do more against racist online abuse](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-social-media-companies-to-do-more-against-racist-online-abuse/) - STATEMENT The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) condemns the appalling racist abuse towards members of the England national football team following their loss to Italy in the Euro 2020 final. Racism, whether online or offline, has no place in society. Throughout the course of the Euro 2020 tournament, Gareth Southgate and his team have inspired
- [Srebrenica Memorial Day 2021: MCB honours survivors who rebuilt their lives after first genocide in Europe since World War Two ](https://mcb.org.uk/srebrenica-memorial-day-2021-mcb-honours-survivors-who-rebuilt-their-lives-after-first-genocide-in-europe-since-world-war-two/) - STATEMENT Today marks the 26th anniversary of the massacres in Srebrenica, in which over 8,000 Bosniak-Muslims were murdered in the worst atrocity on European soil since the Second World War. The theme for this year’s Srebrenica Memorial Day is “Rebuilding Lives”, which honours the stories of two million people who fled the country seeking refuge across the world.
- [MCB pays tribute to the 72 lives lost on 4-year anniversary of Grenfell tower fire](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-pays-tribute-to-the-72-lives-lost-on-4-year-anniversary-of-grenfell-tower-fire/) - STATEMENT MCB pays tribute to the 72 lives lost on 4-year anniversary of Grenfell tower fire Today marks four years since a fire engulfed the Grenfell tower, taking the lives of 72 people. The Muslim Council of Britain pays tribute to the victims who lost their lives and expresses solidarity with the Grenfell community, who continue to advocate for justice and accountability. Let us also recognise the incredible efforts of local communities and
- [Queen's Birthday Honours List - June 2021](https://mcb.org.uk/queens-birthday-honours-list-june-2021/) - The Muslim Council of Britain congratulates all those pioneering individuals recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honour’s List today. The honours system recognises people who have committed themselves to serving and helping Britain, and who have made achievements in public life. The 2021 Queen's Birthday Honours award winners of Muslim background include: Knight Bachelor Hamid PATEL
- [Violent Islamophobic Attacks in Canada: MCB Calls for Justice for Victims](https://mcb.org.uk/violent-islamophobic-attacks-in-canada-mcb-calls-for-justice-for-victims/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is deeply saddened by the murderous attack on a Muslim family in Ontario, Canada. The police have said there is evidence that the attack, which sadly left four dead and hospitalised a 9-year old boy, was motivated by hate. Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the MCB said: “Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their
- [Keep Britain’s Commitment to the World’s Poorest: Muslim Council of Britain Urges Government to Reverse Decision on UK Aid Budget Cut](https://mcb.org.uk/keep-britains-commitment-to-the-worlds-poorest-muslim-council-of-britain-urges-government-to-reverse-decision-on-uk-aid-budget-cut/) - 7 June 2021 The Muslim Council of Britain is urging our government to reverse its decision to reduce international aid spending which is currently set at 0.7% of GDP. The decision would risk jeopardising the British response to COVID-19 and the UK turning its back on some of the world’s poorest people. Given the historical
- [George Floyd Murder, One Year On: Muslim Council of Britain Calls for Action on Injustice and Inequality](https://mcb.org.uk/george-floyd-murder-one-year-on-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-action-on-injustice-and-inequality/) - PRESS RELEASE 25 May 2021 George Floyd Murder, One Year On: Muslim Council of Britain Calls for Action on Injustice and Inequality Today marks the first anniversary of the murder of George Floyd by Derek Chauvin – a serving police officer at the time. The brutal manner in which Mr. Floyd was killed captured the
- [Eid Al Fitr 2021](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-al-fitr-2021/) - Asalaamu Alaikum, Allow me take this opportunity to wish you and your family, a blessed and joyous Eid Mubarak. As yet another Ramadan comes to pass under restrictions, it must be recognised that this has been a time in which Muslim communities across the UK have continued showing great resolve and patience. British Muslims have adapted and sacrificed in order to observe the most sacred time in the Islamic
- [MCB sends its condolences on passing of the Duke of Edinburgh](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-sends-its-condolences-on-passing-of-the-duke-of-edinburgh/) - Following the announcement of the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh this morning, Zara Mohammed, MCB Secretary General, said: "The MCB joins the nation in offering our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen & the Royal Family on the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip dedicated nearly seven decades to public service.
- [MCB responds to the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities report](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-the-commission-on-race-and-ethnic-disparities-report/) - Institutional racism exists and we need to tackle its root causes - the rest is a distraction In response to the report by the government-appointed Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has expressed its deep concern that the independent Commission set-up to give voice to ethnic minority communities on
- [MCB Responds to Developments at Batley Grammar School](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-developments-at-batley-grammar-school/) - 26 March 2020 Whilst it is unsurprising that some want to exploit this incident to further division and to marginalise Muslim communities, our primary focus must be on the wellbeing of young school-children. Reports suggest the image shown to students was one that depicted the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) wearing a turban with a bomb in
- [Beijing Olympics 2022: We must exercise our conscience](https://mcb.org.uk/beijing-olympics-2022-conscience/) - Stronger action by the UK on the Uighur Muslim genocide is urgently required
- [Zara Mohammed Elected Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/zara-mohammed-elected-secretary-general-of-the-muslim-council-of-britain/) - Zara Mohammed Elected Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain Today, Britain's largest democratic Muslim umbrella body elected a new Secretary General. Zara Mohammed was elected by the affiliates of the Muslim Council of Britain after voting concluded this week. She succeeds Harun Khan, who has completed a maximum of four years as the
- [New 'Independent' Reviewer on Prevent Confirms Government Whitewash](https://mcb.org.uk/independent-review-prevent/) - New 'Independent' Reviewer on Prevent Confirms Government Whitewash The Muslim Council of Britain today spoke out against the government's latest choice to lead the so-called Independent Review on Prevent. Once again, the government is making it clear it has no interest in truly reviewing the policy. "William Shawcross is singularly unfit to be a neutral
- [London 'Major Incident' Declaration: More Dark Days Ahead](https://mcb.org.uk/london-major-incident-more-dark-days-ahead/) - London 'Major Incident' Declaration: More Dark Days Ahead Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said, "The Mayor of London's announcement this week, made in discussion with NHS London, local councils, Public Health England and the Metropolitan Police, that 1 in 30 Londoners now has COVID19 and declaring a 'Major Incident' is
- [MCB Congratulates Those Named in 2021 Honours List](https://mcb.org.uk/2021-new-year-honours-list/) - 4 JANUARY 2021 The Muslim Council of Britain would like to congratulate all those extraordinary individuals recognised in the 2021 New Year’s Honours List. The honours system recognises people who have committed themselves to serving and helping Britain, and who have made achievements in public life. British Muslim 2021 New Year Honours names include: Companion
- [Statement on forced cremations of Muslims who have died of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-forced-cremations-of-muslims-who-have-died-of-covid-19-in-sri-lanka/) - The Muslim Council of Britain Responds to forced cremations of Muslims who have died of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka News of the Sri Lankan government mandating the cremation of all those who have died of COVID-19 is deeply concerning. The policy contravenes upon the rights and religious beliefs of Muslims in Sri Lanka and is
- [MCB welcomes permitting of communal worship in England](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-permitting-of-communal-worship-in-england/) - In response to the passing of legislation today ending the current national lockdown in England, Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General, said, "Mosques and places of worship are sources of solace for many Britons at a time when the mental health and wellbeing of the nation are critical in the fight against the virus. We join
- [Obituary: Professor Ataullah Siddiqui](https://mcb.org.uk/obituary-ataullah-siddiqui/) - It is with profound sadness that the Muslim Council of Britain shares the death of Professor Ataullah Siddiqui, an exceptional academic and prominent inter-faith leader.
- [The Muslim Council of Britain calls for an urgent review of new lockdown restrictions on places of worship](https://mcb.org.uk/the-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-an-urgent-review-of-new-lockdown-restrictions-on-places-of-worship/) - The government's inadequate consultation and poor engagement with faith communities remain a problem as the pandemic endures.
- [French Government Should Not Sow Further Division in Response to Gruesome Murder of Teacher](https://mcb.org.uk/french-government-should-not-sow-further-division-in-response-to-gruesome-murder-of-teacher/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today voiced its concern about the scapegoating of French Muslim communities by France’s government.
- [Election of the Secretary-General and Deputy Secretary General: 2020-2022​ ](https://mcb.org.uk/election-of-the-secretary-general-and-deputy-secretary-general-2020-2022/) - ​In view of the Covid-19 Pandemic, the MCB’s AGM (Annual General Meeting) due to be held on 28th June 2020 will now take place in on-line, step-wise mode in week beginning 25 January 2021. In the course of the week there will be online hustings for the Secretary General (SG) and Deputy Secretary General (DSG)
- [Obituary: Imam Mir Irshad Ali](https://mcb.org.uk/imam-mir-irshad/) - The MCB is saddened to hear of the passing of Imam Mir Irshad Ali
- [Islam & Racial Justice Conference - 23-24 October](https://mcb.org.uk/islam-racial-justice-conference-23-24-october/) - Registrations are live for the 2-day Islam & Racial Justice Conference as part of the MCB's Proudly Muslim & Black project during Black History Month 2020. Day 1: Friday 23 October, 6-8pm Click to register Day 2: Saturday 24 October, 6-8pm Click to register This online conference is being delivered by the Black Muslim Forum, Everyday Muslim
- [Proudly Muslim & Black: Black History Month 2020 & Beyond](https://mcb.org.uk/proudly-muslim-black-black-history-month-2020-beyond/) - Proudly Muslim & Black set to deliver key interventions from Black History Month 2020 onwards
- [New Zealand Terrorist Life Sentence: We All Have a Lot More to Do](https://mcb.org.uk/new-zealand-terrorist-life-sentencing/) - A New Zealand judge has sentenced the Islamophobic terrorist Brenton Tarrant to life in prison without parole, the first person in New Zealand to ever receive this sentence.
- [MCB Responds to UK Government U-Turn on A Level and GCSE Results](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-uk-government-u-turn-on-a-level-and-gcse-results/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the UK Government’s decision to reverse its previous policy on A-Level and GCSE exam results.
- [Conservative MP Claims Muslim Communities Are Not Taking the Pandemic Seriously Enough](https://mcb.org.uk/conservative-mp-claims-muslim-communities-are-not-taking-the-pandemic-seriously-enough/) - STATEMENT Conservative MP Claims Muslim Communities Are Not Taking the Pandemic Seriously Enough In response to Conservative MP Craig Whittaker claiming that Muslim communities are not taking the Coronavirus pandemic seriously enough on LBC, a spokesperson for the MCB said: "This is shameless scapegoating of minorities. It is utterly unacceptable and Mr. Whittaker should apologise.
- [Uighur Muslims: MCB Calls on Foreign Secretary to Take Strong Action Against Chinese Government](https://mcb.org.uk/uighur-muslims-mcb-calls-on-foreign-secretary-to-take-strong-action-against-chinese-government/) - PRESS RELEASE Uighur Muslims: MCB Calls on Foreign Secretary to Take Strong Action Against Chinese Government The Muslim Council of Britain has called on the Foreign Secretary, Rt Hon Dominic Raab MP, to follow up his strong stance condemning the ethnic cleansing of Uighur Muslims “with equally strong actions”. In a letter on Tuesday 21
- [MCB Responds to Appointment of Dr Tony Sewell to Chair Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-appointment-of-dr-tony-sewell-to-chair-commission-on-race-and-ethnic-disparities/) - STATEMENT MCB Responds to Appointment of Dr Tony Sewell to Chair Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities Today, the UK Government has announced Dr Tony Sewell will chair its new Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities. The MCB previously raised concerns about the impact of this commission. Commenting on the appointment of Dr Tony Sewell,
- [MCB Calls for Conservatives to Finally Take Decisive Action Against Bob Blackman Mp Following the 6th Serious Incident Linking Him to Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-conservatives-to-finally-take-decisive-action-against-bob-blackman-mp-following-the-6th-serious-incident-linking-him-to-islamophobia/) - PRESS RELEASE MCB Calls for Conservatives to Finally Take Decisive Action Against Bob Blackman Mp Following the 6th Serious Incident Linking Him to Islamophobia The Muslim Council of Britain has called on the Conservative Party to take clear action against Bob Blackman, MP for Harrow East, after he has been found once again to be linked to
- [Remembering Srebrenica 25 Years On](https://mcb.org.uk/remembering-srebrenica/) - STATEMENT 7th July 2020 Remembering Srebrenica 25 Years On 2020 marks the 25th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, the most greusome tragedy to occur within Europe since the Second World War. Over 8,000 Muslim Bosniak men and boys were slaughtered due to their faith, by units of the Bosnian Serb Army of Republika Srpska. Of
- [MCB Calls for the Stopping of Further Land Grab of West Bank](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-the-stopping-of-further-land-grab-of-west-bank/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today calls on our government to take firmer action in stopping the State of Israel from taking further land away from the Palestinian people.
- [MCB Responds to Latest UK Government Announcement on Places of Worship in England](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-latest-uk-government-announcement-on-places-of-worship-in-england/) - The MCB welcomes confirmation by the Prime Minister that places of worship are permitted to re-open for congregational prayers and services, including for wedding functions with up to 30 people, in England from 4th July, but urges communities to take all practical precautions.
- [Up to £1,000 Grants Available for Small UK Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/up-to-1000-grants-available-for-small-uk-mosques/) - The grants have been made possible through the support of charity sponsors Penny Appeal UK and Mercy Mission UK, alongside individual donors to the #SupportOurMosques campaign, an initiative of LaunchGood.com and the Muslim Council of Britain.
- [Professor Muhammad Anwar – A Scholar-Activist Remembered](https://mcb.org.uk/professor-muhammad-anwar-a-scholar-activist-remembered/) - Professor Anwar was a gentleman with old-school courtesy. His memory will long be cherished by friends. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi rajiun, Verily we belong to God, and verily to Him do we return (Quran 2:156)
- [Changes to Hajj 2020 for British Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/changes-to-hajj-2020-for-british-muslims/) - Saudi Ministry of Hajj & Umrah announced that the numbers performing Hajj will be “very limited” and that only Muslims from various nationalities residing in Saudi Arabia will be allowed to perform Hajj 2020
- [Thousands Join Virtual Mosque Tours as Part of The Great Get Together Weekend](https://mcb.org.uk/thousands-join-virtual-mosque-tours-as-part-of-the-great-get-together-weekend/) - Over the weekend, thousands of Britons took part in virtual mosque tours across the UK as part of the Muslim Council of Britain’s Visit My Mosque Day and The Great Get Together. Whilst Visit My Mosque Day is held every year for mosques across Britain to open their doors to the public, this year, due
- [MCB responds to Islamophobic abuse of Muslim MP by former Conservative campaign manager](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-islamophobic-abuse-of-muslim-mp/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has condemned the Conservative Party over its systemic problem with Islamophobia following an incident earlier today involving a former party campaign manager.
- [Mosques Bring Communities Together by Offering Virtual Tours During Lockdown](https://mcb.org.uk/mosques-bring-communities-together-by-offering-virtual-tours-during-lockdown/) - This weekend, the Muslim Council of Britain is taking its flagship #VisitMyMosque Day digital, with mosques across Britain offering live virtual tours to members of the public.
- [Paying Tribute to Munawar Rattansey](https://mcb.org.uk/paying-tribute-to-munawar-rattansey/) - It is with great sorrow that the Muslim Council of Britain has received the news of the demise of our friend and colleague, Munawer Rattansey. We have lost a wise, dedicated and unassuming community leader.
- [Places of Worship in England able to Reopen for Private Worship from 15 June](https://mcb.org.uk/places-of-worship-in-england-to-re-open-for-private-worship-from-15-june/) - Following the UK Government's announcement that places of worship in England could reopen for private worship from 15 June, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the MCB said:
- [Public Health England Publishes Report into BAME COVID-19 Deaths](https://mcb.org.uk/public-health-england-publishes-report-into-bame-covid-19-deaths/) - This announcement was met by reports that this had been censored and a key section of the relative risk of COVID-19 to specific groups was removed.
- [Muslim Council of Britain Responds to Black Lives Matter Protests Across the World](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-black-lives-matter-protests-across-the-world/) - This is a statement of solidarity and a declaration of intent.
- [Eid al-Fitr 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/eid-al-fitr-2020-message/) - May you all enjoy and celebrate the day with loved ones, and may it be filled with peace and blessings.
- [Public Health England's Review into BAME COVID-19 Deaths](https://mcb.org.uk/public-health-englands-review-into-bame-covid-19-deaths/) - Following on from extensive anecdotal evidence of COVID-19 disproportionately impacting BAME communities, Public Health England announced it would be conducting a review into this, and also looking at how other factors such as obesity and gender can affect people's vulnerability to COVID-19. The MCB has been carrying out extensive work to support Muslim communities in
- [Change in Organ Donor Law in England](https://mcb.org.uk/change-in-organ-donor-law-in-england/) - As of the 20th of May 2020, the organ donor law has changed in England to an opt-out system. The new law states that “all adults in England will be considered to have agreed to be an organ donor when they die unless they had recorded a decision not to donate or are in one
- [Statement on the Government's COVID-19 Recovery Strategy ahead of the last 10 nights of Ramadan](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-the-governments-covid-19-recovery-strategy-ahead-of-the-last-10-nights-of-ramadan/) - The MCB is actively investigating the next steps in consultation with scholars, health professionals, community leaders, specialist organisations and authorities, to ensure Muslim communities receive the guidance they need in the coming weeks.
- [Conservative investigation into prejudice and discrimination branded “a facade” by Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/conservative-investigation-into-prejudice-and-discrimination-branded-a-facade-by-muslim-council-of-britain/) - The terms once again deflect the very real problem of Islamophobia in party.
- [Labour clarifies position on Kashmir to MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/labour-clarifies-position-on-kashmir-to-mcb/) - Following a letter from the MCB's Legal Affairs Committee on 4 May seeking clarification on the Labour Party's position on Kashmir, the Leader of the Opposition has responded to the MCB.
- [MCB launches consultation on keeping Muslim institutions safe post-lockdown](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-launches-consultation-on-keeping-muslim-institutions-safe-post-lockdown/) - The MCB has begun consulting mosques, madrasas, medical experts and members of Muslim communities across the UK on whether, contingent on UK Government advice, they feel it is safe to partially re-open mosques and Islamic centres, and if they do, how to do so without putting anyone at risk of a second wave.
- [Letter to The Times following leading article in defence of Trevor Phillips](https://mcb.org.uk/letter-to-the-times-following-leading-article-in-defence-of-trevor-phillips/) - The Muslim Council of Britain wrote to the paper to challenge their claims.
- [Consultation: keeping Muslim institutions safe post-lockdown](https://mcb.org.uk/keeping-mosques-safe-post-lockdown/) - Dear Community Leaders and Members, Salam Alaykum, As we continue to live with lockdown, many will be aware that at some point the government will be partially lifting restrictions. It is important for our communities to ensure our insights are part of these conversations, and that we plan in advance for these potential eventualities. This
- [MCB statement on appointment of Trevor Phillips to COVID-19 ethnicity review](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-appointment-of-trevor-phillips-to-covid-19-ethnicity-review/) - STATEMENT 25 April 2020 MCB issues statement on appointment of Trevor Phillips to COVID-19 ethnicity review On Friday 24th April, Public Health England announced the appointment of Trevor Phillips to provide expert support to the review into the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on BAME people. Whilst there is no public data on the impact of
- [Community Briefings and Training - Register or Catch up online](https://mcb.org.uk/community-briefing-calls-catch-up-online/) - Listen to recordings on YouTube or watch key updates from recent calls below, from weekly Community Briefings held every Sunday with key updates for Muslim communities, ranging from medical updates and economic support, to burials and Umrah/Hajj bookings.
- [MCB urges pilgrims to delay Hajj bookings amidst COVID-19 pandemic](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-urges-pilgrims-to-delay-hajj-bookings-amidst-covid-19-pandemic/) - In these unprecedented times, it is imperative that public health is put first
- [MCB thanks Government for its changes on burial measures in COVID-19 emergency legislation](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-thanks-government-for-its-changes-on-burial-measures-in-covid-19-emergency-legislation/) - Today, the former head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Trevor Phillips, has been suspended by the Labour Party following allegations of Islamophobia.
- [Remembering Fuad Nahdi](https://mcb.org.uk/remembering-fuad-nahdi/) - Those who say, when afflicted with calamity: "To Allah We belong, and to Him is our return" (2:156) To Allah we belong, and return. It is with great sadness that the Muslim Council of Britain shares the passing of Fuad Nahdi, a prominent figure amongst British Muslims. He was one of the early pioneers of
- [MCB statement on burial measures in COVID-19 emergency legislation](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-burial-measures-in-covid-19-emergency-legislation/) - Today, the former head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Trevor Phillips, has been suspended by the Labour Party following allegations of Islamophobia.
- [Over 375 mosques and prayer facilities suspend congregational activities to safeguard Muslim communities](https://mcb.org.uk/over-375-mosques-and-prayer-facilities-suspend-congregational-activities-to-safeguard-muslim-communities/) - Today, the former head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Trevor Phillips, has been suspended by the Labour Party following allegations of Islamophobia.
- [Get Involved: COVID-19 Response Muslim-Led Volunteer Initiatives](https://mcb.org.uk/get-involved-covid-19-response-muslim-led-volunteer-initiatives/)
- [MCB calls for the suspension of congregational activities at UK mosques and Islamic centres](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-for-the-suspension-of-congregational-activities-at-uk-mosques-and-islamic-centres/) - Today, the former head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Trevor Phillips, has been suspended by the Labour Party following allegations of Islamophobia.
- [MCB calls on Foreign Secretary to condemn violence against Muslims in India](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-calls-on-foreign-secretary-to-condemn-violence-against-muslims-in-india/) - Today, the Muslim Council of Britain has written to the Foreign Secretary urging him to take a strong stance in condemning the appalling levels of violence in Delhi, the incitement of hatred against Muslims by Prime Minister Modi’s BJP, and the inaction, both by the Government and the security forces to tackle the riots.
- [Muslim Council of Britain responds to Ryanair CEO's comments](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-ryanair-ceos-comments/) - On Saturday 22nd February, in an interview in The Times, Michael O'Leary advocated profiling Muslim men at airports, claiming "males of a Muslim persuasion" are "the bombers".
- [Save the date - Annual General Meeting on 28 June 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/save-the-date-annual-general-meeting-on-28-june-2020/) - Save the date! The 23rd MCB Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be taking place on Sunday 28th June 2020 in London - save the date! Every year MCB Members are invited to an annual General Assembly meeting. The event includes: An update on MCB's work and activities in the past 12 months An opportunity to meet with Office
- [Muslim Council of Britain Responds to Hanau Terrorist Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-hanau-terrorist-attack/) - Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, comments on the terror attack in Hanau, Germany on Wednesday 19th February:
- [Open Tender: Terminology Web Portal Specification](https://mcb.org.uk/open-tender-terminology-web-portal-specification/) - The Centre for Media Monitoring is a research project of the Muslim Council of Britain, with the aim of analysing how news organisations report on Islam & Muslims and engaging constructively with the mainstream media. As part of the MCB Centre for Media Monitoring’s work, it is launching a new terminology web portal showcasing the centre’s
- [MCB responds to Daniel Kawczynski MP's attendance at racist conference](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-daniel-kawcyznski-mps-attendance-at-racist-conference/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Muslim Council of Britain Responds to Streatham Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-responds-to-streatham-attack/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Brexit Day: Unite the Country, Celebrate our Diversity, Move Forward](https://mcb.org.uk/brexit-day-unite-the-country-celebrate-our-diversity-move-forward-2/) - As the UK formally leaves the European Union, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, issued the following statement
- [All Labour leadership candidates sign up to MCB’s ten key pledges](https://mcb.org.uk/all-labour-leadership-candidates-sign-up-to-mcbs-ten-key-pledges/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Finance Officer Vacancy at Da’watul Islam](https://mcb.org.uk/finance-officer-vacancy-at-dawatul-islam/) - Vacancy at Da'watul Islam Part Time Finance Officer Application deadline: 31 January 2020 Salary: £19,000 - £22,000 per annum (pro rata based on 2.5 days a week). The Position: To maintain the management accounts and implement financial and accounting controls and processes, having considerable experience of accounting packages and donations, grants or restricted funds management
- [MCB responds to Islamophobic graffiti at South London mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/response-to-islamophobic-graffiti-at-south-london-mosque/) - In response to the Islamophobic graffiti spray-painted at North Brixton Islamic Cultural Centre in Lambeth, South London, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: "It is deeply concerning that after reports of similar incidents in Birmingham, we now see Islamophobic graffiti targeting Muslim communities in Brixton. Given the largest amount of religious based hate
- [MCB condemns anti-Semitic hate crime on North London synagogue](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-condemns-anti-semitic-hate-crime-on-north-london-synagogue/) - An attack on one faith is an attack on us all: The Muslim Council of Britain condemns the anti-Semitic hate crime attack on a synagogue and other buildings in North London today. Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General, said, "The anti-Semitic graffiti discovered at South Hampstead Synagogue and other buildings in Belsize Park and Hampstead today
- [Congratulations to British Muslims Named in 2020 New Years Honours List](https://mcb.org.uk/congratulations-to-british-muslims-named-in-2020-new-years-honours-list/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today congratulated all those named in the New Year Honours List. Among those recognised for their contribution to British society include TV chef and author Nadiya Hussain, as well as community cricket activist Afzal Pradhan from a member mosque of the Council of European Jamaats (COEJ), Mohamed Ashraf Ali of
- [Understanding British Imams: National Survey](https://mcb.org.uk/understanding-british-imams-national-survey/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is supporting the largest ever national survey entitled Understanding British Imams, a three-year research project based at Cardiff University’s Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK An anonymised online survey - designed to be completed by the Imam, member of the mosque management or anyone who attends the
- [Imam Vacancy: Canterbury Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/imam-vacancy-canterbury-mosque/) - Job Vacancy for an Imam at Canterbury Mosque in Kent. We are looking for a full time qualified Imam who can answer queries in Fiqh and teach Quran. **Essential to be in the UK with rights to work full time.** He will be responsible for 5 daily congregational prayers. Spiritual leadership in a diverse community.
- [MCB responds to Prevent review legal challenge](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-to-prevent-review-legal-challenge/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Conservative review chair appointment risks whitewash inquiry](https://mcb.org.uk/conservative-review-chair-appointment-risks-whitewash-inquiry/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [GE2019: We must remain resolute, united and come together now more than ever](https://mcb.org.uk/ge2019-we-must-remain-resolute-united-and-come-together-now-more-than-ever/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Response to comments by Mesut Özil on Uighur Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/response-to-comments-by-mesut-ozil-on-uighur-muslims/) - In response to comments on social media by Arsenal football player Mesut Özil criticising the persecution of Uighur Muslims in China, Harun Khan, MCB Secretary General, said: "There is no doubt that the Uighur people are facing ethnic cleansing at the hands of the Chinese Government, purely because of their Muslim faith. Subject to horrific conditions in
- [Muslim Council of Britain encourages all Muslims to go out and vote!](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-encourages-all-muslims-to-go-out-and-vote/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [Muslim Council of Britain Responds to London Bridge Attack](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-responds-london-bridge-attack/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today launched its election policy platform, in which it calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges, with Islamophobia being the key priority.
- [National Muslim Voter Registration Day - Friday 22 November!](https://mcb.org.uk/national-muslim-voter-registration-day-friday-22-november/) - The MCB is partnering with Migrants Organise to run a national day of action to promote voter registration on Friday 22 November to ensure as many Muslims as possible are registered to vote for the UK General Election on Thursday 12 December.
- [MCB finds Muslim voters could swing 31 marginal seats](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-finds-muslim-voters-could-swing-31-marginal-seats/) - Today the Muslim Council of Britain, the country’s leading British Muslim representative body is releasing details of 31 marginal seats where Muslim voters are expected to have a “medium” or “high” impact.
- [Open Tender: Community Funding Portal](https://mcb.org.uk/open-tender-community-funding-portal/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is developing a Community Funding Portal micro-site to assist Muslim community organisations in accessing best practice documents, useful templates and funding opportunities. If you would like to offer a proposal to carry out the work for this micro-site project, please email admin@mcb.org.uk. You will then be provided with the specifications within 2
- [Celebrating the Achievement of Our Students](https://mcb.org.uk/celebrating-the-achievement-of-our-students/) - Muslim Schools Show Greatest Improvements As GCSE League Tables Published Muslim faith state schools took all top three positions for progress in the published GCSE league tables for 2019. Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School, Eden Boys' School and Eden Girls' school ranked highest for improving their pupils test scores between Key Stage 2 and Key
- [Young People Must Play A Part in Mosque Life](https://mcb.org.uk/young-people-must-play-a-part-in-mosque-life/) - Press Release 15 October 2019 Football can revolutionise the Mosque Experience #OurYouthOurFuture Over 500 mosque leaders and young people from across Britain gathered at the King Power Stadium in Leicester on Saturday 12 October to hear from young people and experts on how mosques can better engage with an increasingly disenfranchised youth through football and
- [On the Passing of Bright Young Journalist Hanna Yusuf](https://mcb.org.uk/on-the-passing-of-hanna-yusuf/) - A talented, bright and courageous young journalist starting her career at the BBC, Hanna Yusuf tragically passed away aged only 27. By all accounts Hanna was a widely admired and respected journalist who had written for BBC News, worked as a TV producer as well as writing for The Guardian, The Independent, The Times, The
- [Response to comments by former Conservative MEP Sajjad Karim](https://mcb.org.uk/response-to-comments-by-former-conservative-mep-sajjad-karim/) - 20 September 2019 In response to the news this morning of the suspension of a number of Conservative Party members over Islamophobic posts and former Conservative MEP Sajjad Karim reporting being in conversations with Islamophobic content being directed towards him by senior Conservative Party members, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said:
- [Global Climate Strike - 20-27 September](https://mcb.org.uk/global-climate-strike-20-27-september/) - 20 September 2019 As the week of action to demand action for climate justice kicks off today, 20th September, Harun Khan, the Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: “Islamic environmentalism is embedded in the matrix of Islamic teachings, with The Qur’an providing lessons on how human beings relate to the natural world
- [Relationship and Sex Education (RSE): Constructive Engagement](https://mcb.org.uk/relationship-and-sex-education-rse-constructive-engagement/) - Background As we enter the new academic year 2019/20, some schools in England will be “early-adopters” of the new statutory curriculum on Relationship and Sex Education (RSE) from September 2019, ahead of compulsory adoption by all schools in England by September 2020. Whilst in practice most schools already have a curriculum in place that teaches
- [Anti-Muslim Extremist Jailed for More Than 12 Years](https://mcb.org.uk/anti-muslim-extremist-jailed-for-more-than-12-years/) - A year after the "Punish a Muslim Day" letters were sent to Muslims across the country, as well as all of our Muslim Parliamentarians, the white-supremacist behind the hate campaign was imprisoned for up to 12 and a half years last week. The letters are just one part in the increasing climate of Islamophobia that
- [Mourning Maulana Yusuf Motala](https://mcb.org.uk/mourning-maulana-yusuf-motala/) - Those who say, when afflicted with calamity: “To Allah We belong, and to Him is our return” (2:156) Maulana Yusuf Motala (1946-2019), may Allah have mercy on his soul, passed away last night in Toronto, Canada. A giant of Islam in Britain, his contribution to the spiritual and educational life of Muslims in this country,
- [Opinion piece: #OurYouthOurFuture](https://mcb.org.uk/opinion-piece-ouryouthourfuture/) - 16 August 2019 MCB Secretary General Harun Khan writes an opinion piece in Euronews Views on the recent initiatives by cathedrals in the UK to attract more young people to the church, and how important it is for places of worship to consider young people in their planning and activities. "Faith leaders must be
- [Office for National Statistics Vacancies](https://mcb.org.uk/ons-vacancies/) - ONS are getting ready to count on you! Have an amazing impact on your local community, meet some brilliant people and learn new skills. At the Office for National Statistics, they're busy making exciting plans for Census 2021 and need people to join them for their 2019 Rehearsal. You’ll be part of making history. Where
- [Mourning Nabeel Al Azami](https://mcb.org.uk/mourning-nabeel-al-azami/) - Those who say, when afflicted with calamity: "To Allah We belong, and to Him is our return" (2:156) To Allah we belong, and return. The Muslim Council of Britain today mourns the passing of former National Council member Nabeel al-Azami, who returned to our Lord in the early hours of this morning after a short
- [Position on Flu Vaccines](https://mcb.org.uk/position-on-flu-vaccines/) - MCB Position on Flu Vaccines Today the Daily Telegraph states incorrectly on its front page that the Muslim Council of Britain has 'ruled' flu vaccines for children to be forbidden in Islam. The story went on to say ‘Muslim parents across the country have been told that the Fluenz spray is not permitted because it
- [Muslim Council of Britain hopes for unity as Mr Johnson becomes the new Prime Minister](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-hopes-for-unity-as-mr-johnson-becomes-the-new-prime-minister/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today welcomed Boris Johnson as the new Prime Minister, articulating its hope that his leadership will be able to unite the country at a time of increasing division. In a letter welcoming the new Prime Minister, Harun Khan, Secretary General of the MCB, said: “We wish you, our new
- [Srebrenica Genocide – 24 year anniversary](https://mcb.org.uk/srebrenica-genocide-24-year-anniversary/) - (Image Credit: Rooful Ali -Rooful.com) On 11th July, 24 years ago today, more than 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were brutally massacred in Srebrenica by Bosnian Serb forces under the rule of President Slobodan Milosevic and General Ratko Mladic, despite being in a UN-protected safe area. They were systematically killed based on ethnic and religious grounds.
- [Home Office Changes Places of Worship Scheme Rules](https://mcb.org.uk/home-office-changes-places-of-worship-scheme-rules/) - The MCB welcomes the changes to the scheme since the Islamophobic terrorist attacks in New Zealand in order to improve accessibility, which are well intentioned, however they do not go far enough to address the low uptake the scheme has had from faith communities to date. For example just 22 mosques accessed the funding last
- [Family Day at Transport Museum Depot!](https://mcb.org.uk/family-day-at-transport-museum-depot/) - On Saturday 27 April, bring your kids for FREE to experience a fun and educational day out at the prestigious London Transport Acton Depot Museum - hosted by Muslims in Rail. Kids under 17 go for free! Seniors and TfL Employees go for free too. Limited places with the MIR Group - so please book
- [Da’watul Islam is Recruiting!](https://mcb.org.uk/dawatul-islam-is-recruiting/) - Two Vacancies at Da'watul Islam Part Time Women’s Development Worker Application deadline: 28th April 2019 Salary: £19,000 - £23,000 per annum (pro rata based on 2.5 days a week). (Will be required to work flexible hours to accommodate programmes and activities that may take place on weekends and evenings). The Position: We are looking for
- [Easter Sunday Bombings: Muslim Council of Britain Condemns Attacks in Sri Lanka](https://mcb.org.uk/easter-sunday-bombings-muslim-council-of-britain-condemns-attacks-in-sri-lanka/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today expressed its condemnation of the terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka which saw the targeting of churches and hotels. Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain said: "It takes a particular kind of depravity to target worshippers on their holiest days. My thoughts and prayers to the
- [The Muslim Council of Britain calls for action following Roger Scruton's latest comments about Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/the-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-for-action-following-roger-scrutons-latest-comments-about-muslims/) - "It is deeply disturbing that a government advisor once again uses such offensive language - this time even sharing unashamedly bigoted ideas such as the "invasion of huge tribes of Muslims" as part of his defence of the far-right Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. "The normalisation of such Islamophobic ideas, which are used by terrorists,
- [Harun Khan Appointed Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts](https://mcb.org.uk/harun-khan-appointed-fellow-of-royal-society-of-arts/) - We are delighted to announce that MCB Secretary General, Harun Khan, has been appointed a fellow of The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce also known as the Royal Society of the Arts. The fellowship is a network of thousands of people across the globe working together to resolve some of
- [Leadership Dilemmas: practical solutions](https://mcb.org.uk/leadership-dilemmas-practical-solutions/) - The Muslim Council of Britain and the Association of Chairs organised a practical half-day leadership workshop exploring some of the most common challenges facing leadership teams today took place on 16th March 2019. What did it include? A full house of attendees explored the Charity Commission’s current focus, learning or revising how to deal with
- [Home Office Security Funds Statement](https://mcb.org.uk/home-office-security-funds-statement/) - Following the MCB's letter to the Prime Minister on Monday 18 March 2019 calling on the government to properly fund mosque security, and the Home Secretary's announcement on 19 March 2019 of additional funding for the Places of Worship scheme, the MCB issued the following statement: The increase in the Places of Worship fund, the simplified
- [New Zealand Attacks: Muslim Council of Britain Calls on Government to Fund Security of Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/new-zealand-attacks-muslim-council-of-britain-calls-on-government-to-fund-security-of-mosques/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is calling on the government to properly fund mosque security. Harun Khan, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, will be writing to the Prime Minister highlighting the “palpable sense of fear” felt by Muslim communities after the New Zealand attacks and warns of the risk of copycat attacks
- [New Zealand Terror Attacks at Friday Prayers](https://mcb.org.uk/new-zealand-terror-attacks-at-friday-prayers/) - 15 March 2019 The Muslim Council of Britain today condemns the horrific, cowardly and Islamophobic terrorist attacks that have taken place in New Zealand today. Almost 50 people are said to have been murdered at two mosques at Christchurch. The New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, has said that this can 'only be described as
- [5 Year Sentence for Martin Stokes Who Attacked Cricklewood Islamic Centre Worshippers](https://mcb.org.uk/5-year-sentence-for-martin-stokes-who-attacked-cricklewood-islamic-centre-worshippers/) - The Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the news that Martin Stokes, 25, who drove into a crowd of worshippers leaving the Al-Majlis Al-Hussaini Centre in Cricklewood, North London on 19 September 2018, has been jailed for 5 years. Stokes, of Wembley, admitted dangerous driving, causing serious injury by dangerous driving and harassment. He has been
- [Statement on Attack on Member of Parliament](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-attack-on-member-of-parliament/) - In response to reports of the physical attack on Jeremy Corbyn MP at a North London mosque taking part in #VisitMyMosque day on 3 March, facilitated by the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), the MCB has released this statement: "We are shocked to hear of the reported physical and violent attack on Jeremy Corbyn MP
- [Statement on Changes to RSE (Relationships & Sex Education) in Schools in England](https://mcb.org.uk/statement-on-changes-to-rse/) - Following the Department for Education consultations and calls for evidence in 2017-18, the guidelines for the teaching of Relationship & Sex Education (RSE) are planned to be changed such that: - Relationship Education will be taught as standard in all primary schools in England - Relationship & Sex Education will be taught as compulsory in
- [Job Vacancy: Senior Imam at MCEC](https://mcb.org.uk/job-vacancy-senior-imam-at-mcec/) - Palmers Green Mosque - Muslim Community and Education Centre (MCEC) are looking for an experienced and skilled Imam on a part-time basis (24 Hours per week, Fri-Sun). The Imam will be responsible for devising and implementing systems and procedures for all of the responsibilities described below. The successful candidate will, therefore, need to be flexible
- [250 Mosques help Keep Britain Tidy!](https://mcb.org.uk/250-mosques-help-keep-britain-tidy/) - As part of this year’s Visit My Mosque Day, volunteers from over 250 mosques in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland will be supporting street clean up initiatives on Sunday 24th February, in partnership with Keep Britain Tidy. The street cleans comes a weekend before Muslim volunteers from mosques across Britain will be inviting their
- [Shamima Begum's Revoked Citizenship](https://mcb.org.uk/shamima-begums-revoked-citizenship/) - Shamima Begum must be allowed to come home and face prosecution. She must be able to face justice and the rule of law, qualities that were sorely missing in the death and destruction of Daesh. However, the decision to strip Ms Begum of her citizenship could send a chill down the spine of not just
- [Allow Shamima Begum Home to Face Justice and Demonstrate to Daesh the Bankruptcy of their Values](https://mcb.org.uk/allow-shamima-begum-home-to-face-justice-and-demonstrate-to-daesh-the-bankruptcy-of-their-values/) - For the past few days our national conversation has been dominated by the case of Shamima Begum, a young British woman who has expressed a desire to return home after joining Daesh in Syria four years ago, at the age of 15. She was found by a Times journalist, 9 months pregnant and living in
- [NZF Programme Officer Vacancy](https://mcb.org.uk/nzf-programme-officer-vacancy/) - This is a unique opportunity to join the National Zakat Foundation (NZF), an organisation which distributes Zakat transformatively within the United Kingdom. NZF has two programmes to achieve this: firstly, the Economic Empowerment Programme (EEP) that distributes Zakat to those most in need in the community, and secondly the Leadership Investment Programme which supports the
- [NZF Vacancy- Zakat Centre Receptionist](https://mcb.org.uk/nzf-vacancy-zakat-centre-receptionist/) - (External job vacancy) National Zakat Foundation’s Zakat Centre is in the heart of Whitechapel, right next to East London Mosque. We pride ourselves in giving our Zakat applicants and Zakat payers – both existing and potential – full support and a quality experience. By joining us as a Receptionist, you will be a big part
- [Muslim Council of Britain Welcomes Independent Review of Prevent](https://mcb.org.uk/muslim-council-of-britain-welcomes-independent-review-of-prevent/) - The Muslim Council of Britain today welcomed the acceptance by government to launch an inquiry into the controversial Prevent strategy, which is part of the government's counter-terrorism strategy. Following Security Minister Ben Wallace's statement in the House of Commons, accepting the Lords' Amendment calling for an Independent Review of Prevent, Harun Khan, Secretary General of
- [Detention of Muslim Uighurs in China](https://mcb.org.uk/detention-of-muslim-uighurs-in-china/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has been following distressing news reports from China of the detention of over one million Muslim Uighurs, Kazakhs and other ethnic minorities in the North-Western region of Xinjiang in so-called "counter-extremism centres”. The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination has noted that large numbers have been detained under
- [A Unique Leadership Opportunity at WLIC](https://mcb.org.uk/a-unique-leadership-opportunity-at-wlic/) - The West London Islamic Centre (WLIC) is seeking an experienced Chief Executive for an exciting new role, based in the London Borough of Ealing. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and inspiring leader, committed to running an efficient and effective service at one of London’s largest Muslim community institutions. Founded in 1980, WLIC is
- [Record Number of British Muslims Named in 2019 New Years Honours List](https://mcb.org.uk/record-number-of-british-muslims-named-in-2019-new-years-honours-list/) - The Muslim Council of Britain congratulates all those named in the 2019 New Year’s Honours List. Some of those honoured are from organisations affiliated to the MCB. Aamer Naeem, chief executive of the charity, Penny Appeal is recognised for his work in Muslim community development. Mohammed Mahmoud now an Imam at the East London Mosque,
- [Register for #VisitMyMosque 2019!](https://mcb.org.uk/register-for-visitmymosque-2019/) - It's back for the fifth year! #VisitMyMosque will be taking place on Sunday 3rd March 2019. If your Mosque has not yet signed up to take part in the biggest national Mosque open day, you can register here: www.visitmymosque.org/register Sign up by 10th February 2019! Join hundreds of Mosques welcoming in visitors across the UK!
- [Conservative Party Gives License to Bigotry](https://mcb.org.uk/conservative-party-gives-license-to-bigotry/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) today criticised the outcome of an inquiry into the incendiary and dehumanising comments written by the former Foreign Secretary and Uxbridge MP, Boris Johnson, in the Daily Telegraph. His comments were widely condemned at the time for denigrating the minority of women who choose to wear the face veil.
- [Call for Scholarship Applications to Oxford and Cambridge University](https://mcb.org.uk/call-for-scholarship-applications-to-oxford-and-cambridge-university/) - Aziz Foundation Scholarship at the University of Oxford: Developing Leadership in Public Life from British Muslim Communities The Aziz Foundation is pleased to announce it is offering a Master’s degree scholarship at Regent’s Park College, University of Oxford for the 2019-20 academic year. The scholarship offers a unique opportunity for an exceptional student active in
- [Fire at Masjid Al Falah in Manchester](https://mcb.org.uk/fire-at-masjid-al-falah-in-manchester/) - Police and Fire crews were called to Masjid Al Falah in Cheetham Hill on Sunday 9th December 2018 at around 10.30pm after a fire had been started on the ground floor. Police are treating the incident as a deliberate arson attack and have started investigations. Firefighters spent several hours battling to put out the flames
- [British Muslim organisations rally for proposed definition of Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/british-muslim-organisations-rally-for-proposed-definition-of-islamophobia/) - 02 December 2018 Muslim organisations across the UK are calling on political party leaders to adopt the definition of Islamophobia, published earlier this week. Councils of mosques representing 100s of mosques from across the UK, national Muslim organisations, Muslim professional networks, the largest Muslim charities and other Muslim organisations - from secular to religious - have
- [Far-right posts found on Facebook page of suspected attacker of Syrian boy](https://mcb.org.uk/far-right-posts-found-on-facebook-page-of-suspected-attacker-of-syrian-boy/) - The Muslim Council of Britain commends the decision this week to charge a 16 year old male suspected of committing common assault at a school in Huddersfield, following a shocking and violent video that has been shared thousands of times on social media, even though the incident took place almost 5 weeks ago. The victim
- [Muslim Council of Britain welcomes the definition of Islamophobia released by the APPG on British Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-welcomes-definition-of-islamophobia-by-the-appg-on-british-muslims/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) welcomes the definition of Islamophobia released today by the APPG on British Muslims following its year-long consultation across the UK. “Islamophobia is rooted in racism and is a type of racism that targets expressions of Muslimness or perceived Muslimness” The definition aligns to the three essential principles we previously

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## 3D FlipBook

- [MCB Ramadan 2024 Guide](https://mcb.org.uk/3d-flip-book/mcb-ramadan-2024-guide/)
- [AGM Report 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/3d-flip-book/agm-report-2024/)

## Resources

- ['Celebrate Eid With Refugees' Toolkit](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/eid-with-refugees-toolkit/)
- [Hajj](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/hajj/) - Our resource explains what Hajj is, why it is important and how it is performed by Muslims across the world.
- [Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/islamophobia/) - Islamophobia and conspiracies of Muslims are well-established within a section of British society. These often play into Islamophobic tropes, and are seen to be propagated by the far-right.
- [Template Friday Sermons (Khutbah)](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/friday-sermons/) - The MCB encourages Imams delivering sermons to tackle a wide variety of topics affecting Muslim communities and British society in Friday prayer sermons.
- [Consultations & Submissions](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/consultations-submissions/) - The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) regularly submits responses to public consultations and publishes reports on key topics of relevance to British Muslim communities, based on discussion with MCB affiliates.
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Census Report Summary 2025](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/censussummary2025/)
- [Books for Schools Teaching Packs](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/books-for-schools-teaching-packs/) - Books and teaching packs for schools. High quality resources to facilitate Religious Education (RE) teachers in teaching Islam along with other world religions at Key Stage 1 & 2.
- [British Muslims in Numbers: 2021 First Look Findings](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/2021-census-first-look/)
- [Elderly Care Strategy](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/elderly-care-strategy/) - Elderly and End of Life Care for Muslims in the UK sheds light on the growing demands of Elderly Care in British Muslim communities.
- [The Muslim Pound](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/muslim-pound/) - Celebrating the Muslim Contribution to the UK Economy. ‘London has become a major financial capital of the Muslim world.’
- [MCB Ramadan Health Guide](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/ramadan-health-guide/)
- [MCB Ramadan 2024 Guide](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mcb-ramadan-2024-guide/)
- [Ramadan Health Guide 2025](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/ramadan-health-guide-2025/)
- [Ramadan Guide 2025](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/ramadan-guide-2025/)
- [Ramadan Health Factsheet 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/ramadan-health-factsheet-2023/)
- [Ramadan 2022](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/ramadan/)
- [Plastic Free Ramadan 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/plastic-free-ramadan-2023/)
- [Greener Ramadan Mosque Guide](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/greener-ramadan-mosque-guide/)
- [Easy Steps to a Greener Eid](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/easy-steps-to-a-greener-eid/)
- [MCB Annual General Report 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/annual-report-2024-25/)
- [Guidelines on supporting the British Deaf Muslim Community](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/guidelines-on-supporting-the-british-deaf-muslim-community/)
- [Fire Safety Guidance for Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/fire-safety-guidance-for-mosques/)
- [Guide for mosques on the cost of living crisis](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/guide-for-mosques-on-the-cost-of-living-crisis/)
- [MCB Recommended Guidance for Affiliates and Muslim Organisations Offering Funeral and Mortuary Services](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mcb-recommended-guidance-for-affiliates-and-muslim-organisations-offering-funeral-and-mortuary-services/)
- [Advice for Muslims in Public Life](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/advice-for-muslims-in-public-life/)
- [A Guide for Mosques on Informing Attendees About Ramadan Practices](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/a-guide-for-mosques-on-informing-attendees-about-ramadan-practices/)
- [Ramadan Prayer Timetables (2023)](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/prayer-timetable-2023/)
- [Ramadan Guide 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/ramadan-guide-2023/)
- [Operation Vaccination Campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/opvac/) - Operation Vaccination is a campaign initiated in late 2020 to increase awareness in Muslim communities about the importance of getting a flu vaccination in winter.
- [Mental Health During the Pandemic](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mental-health/) - COVID-19 is having a significant impact on global mental health, with the lack of social contact, the economic downturn and general uncertainty posing a problem for all communities.
- [COVID-19 Briefings For Local Authorities](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/covid-briefings/)
- [British Muslims and the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/covid-and-muslims/) - MCB highlight the specific issues Muslim communities faced during the first seven months of the pandemic.
- [Your guide on reporting hate crime](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/your-guide-on-reporting-hate-crime/)
- [MCB's Guides to Mosque Safety & Intruders](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mcbs-guides-to-mosque-safety-intruders/)
- [MCB Guidance On Mosque Safety From Harmful Mail](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mcb-guidance-on-mosque-safety-from-harmful-mail/)
- [Islamophobia in the workplace](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/islamophobia-in-the-workplace/)
- [Guidance for Mosques & Local Communities](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/guidance-for-mosques-local-communities/)
- [Guidance For Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/guidance-for-mosques/)
- [Cyber Security to Protect Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/cyber-security-to-protect-mosques/)
- [A 6 Step Guide On Dealing With Allegations Made Against Your Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/a-6-step-guide-on-dealing-with-allegations-made-against-your-mosque/)
- [6 Step Guide to Keeping Mosques Safe & Secure](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/6-step-guide-to-keeping-mosques-safe-secure/)
- [Media Reporting on Palestine 2021 Report and Toolkit](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/media-reporting-palestine/) - The MCB’s Centre for Media Monitoring (CfMM) has published its latest report, “Media Reporting on Palestine 2021", which looks at the ways in which some media outlets are skewing the narrative on the recent violence.
- [MCB Guidance on Palestine 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mcb-guidance-on-palestine-2023/)
- [Managing Your Mental Health And Well-being During Times Of Conflict](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mental-health-during-times-of-conflict/)
- [Khutbah on Palestine Friday Sermon](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/khutbah-on-palestine-friday-sermon/)
- [Advocating for Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/advocating-for-palestine/)
- [New Election day top tips for mosques on elections](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/new-election-day-top-tips-for-mosques-on-elections/)
- [MCB guide for mosques on understanding the laws on elections](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mcb-guide-for-mosques-on-understanding-the-laws-on-elections/)
- [General Elections Run-in Guidance](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/general-elections-run-in-guidance/)
- [Don't fall foul of the law! Election campaigning tips for Mosques and community centres](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/election-campaigning-tips-for-mosques-and-community-centres/)
- [Election campaigning tips for Mosques and community centres](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/election-campaigning-tips-for-mosques-community-centres/)
- [Political Hustings Guide](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/political-hustings-guide/)
- [Will I need ID to vote?](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/will-i-need-id-to-vote/)
- [Register for voter ID Campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/register-for-voter-id-campaign/)
- [Constituency Boundaries Map](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/constituency-boundaries-map/)
- [A Guide for engaging with MCB’s National General Elections Campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/guide-engaging-with-mcbs-general-elections-campaign/)
- [General Elections FAQs](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/general-elections-faqs/)
- [Jumah Top Tips For Mosques on Elections Announcements](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/top-tips-for-mosques-on-elections-announcements/)
- [Multilingual Guide For Registering To Vote](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/multilingual-guide-for-registering-to-vote/)
- [Template Friday Sermon (Khutbah): Muslims and the Environment](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/template-friday-sermon-khutbah-muslims-and-the-environment/)
- [Visiting A Mosque: RE Teacher Resources](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/visiting-a-mosque-re-teacher-resources/) - This “Visiting a Mosque: RE Teachers Resources” pack is intended to support and empower Religious Education (RE) Teachers in organising and delivering school visits to Places of Worship such as mosques.
- [State of Media Reporting on Islam and Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/state-of-media-reporting/) - A detailed study of print and broadcast reports reveals a serious problem in the way that British media reports about Islam and Muslims.
- [Remembering the Brave](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/remembering-the-brave/) - A report exploring the contributions of British Muslims in the military. The Muslim Council of Britain launched a special publication to celebrate the enduring contribution of Muslims to the defence of this nation.
- [Race, Faith & Community in Contemporary Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/race-faith-community/) - This landmark collection of essays from over 40 authors, launched in September 2022 as part of the Proudly Muslim & Black project.
- [Our Shared British Future: Muslims and Integration in the UK](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/our-shared-future/)
- [Muslims Against Terrorism](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/muslims-against-terrorism/) - Terrorism, sadly, has cast a dark shadow over Muslim communities even though our issues transcend this recent phenomena.
- [Mosque Open Days - Templates & Checklists](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mosque-open-days/) - This resource links to the VisitMyMosque website, where resources for schools and mosques can be found.
- [Local Muslim Representation](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/local-muslim-representation-2022/) - To build local Muslim representation, many British Muslim communities have been steadily building local umbrella organisations to support engagement at local authority level.
- [Latest COVID Advice for British Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/coronavirus/) - The MCB Covid Response Group advises that individuals & institutions take precautions that are reasonable for themselves and their context to enable a return to post-Covid normal.
- [Interfaith Resources](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/interfaith-resources/) - A collection of resources relating to inter-faith initiatives. Living in British society with people of all faiths and none, it is imperative that we learn about one another, respect each other’s beliefs or non-beliefs, and strengthen community relations.
- [How the British Media Reports Terrorism](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/british-media-terrorism/) - This report has found that media coverage of terrorism has been consistently inconsistent, albeit with recent improvements following the Christchurch attack in which Brenton Tarrant killed 51 Muslim worshippers.
- [Abilitynet](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/abilitynet/)
- [BT Digital Voice](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/bt-digital-voice/)
- [British Media’s Coverage of Muslims and Islam (2018-2020)](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/coverage-of-muslims-and-islam/) - This report is one of the most extensive pieces of quantitative and qualitative research to be carried out on the British media’s coverage of Muslims and Islam.
- [AGM Mid-Term Report](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/agm-mid-term-report/)
- [Reflection Spaces: Prayer Room Guidelines](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/reflection-spaces-prayer-room-guidelines/) - This guide is written for secondary schools who wish to set up a ‘reflection space’, ‘quiet room’ or ‘multi-faith room’ for pupils and provides specific guidance in the context of supporting Muslim students.
- [6 Step Guide to Eco-Friendly Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/6-step-guide-to-eco-friendly-mosques/)
- [MCB Annual Report 2021-2022](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/mcb-annual-report-2021-2022/) - MCB's Annual Report of 2022 of how our work makes a meaningful impact on the everyday lives of Muslims and the communities they represent.
- [2021 Census: British Muslims - Striving for Fairness](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/2021-census-striving-for-fairness/)
- [Safeguarding Children at Mosques and Madrassahs](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/safeguarding-children-at-mosques-and-madrassahs/)
- [5 Step Guide to Welcome Refugees](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/5-step-guide-to-welcome-refugees/) - The guide details key information on the plight and rights of refugees and provides practical tips on how mosques communities can assist refugees in accessing key essential services, education and training.
- [British Muslim Perspective at the 2019 General Election](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/2019-general-election/) - Ahead of the 2019 General Election, MCB launched election policy platform document which calls on all political parties to commit to a series of 10 key pledges.
- [British Muslims in Numbers: Census Analysis](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/british-muslims-in-numbers/) - Muslims in Numbers is a frank snapshot of the state of British Muslim life based on numbers taken from the 2011 Census.
- [Differently Abled Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/disability/) - A summary of support available for differently abled Muslims. There are several UK Muslim-led organisations and campaigns providing support and advice for British Muslims living with a disability.
- [Briefings on Muslim Statistics](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/muslim-statistics-briefings/) - The British Muslims in Numbers report is a landmark study profiling the state of Muslims in Britain based on 2011 Census data.
- [Developing Better Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/developing-better-mosques/) - ‘Better Mosques: a Community Consultation’ is a nationwide exercise that was launched in 2018, inviting views on how a structured approach to developing better mosques in Britain can be achieved.
- [British Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/british-muslims/) - The latest census puts Britain’s Muslim community at some 2.8 million. Britain is home to one of the most diverse Muslim communities on Earth.

## Features

- [British Muslims in Numbers](https://mcb.org.uk/features/muslims-in-british-census/)
- [Ramadan](https://mcb.org.uk/features/ramadan/) - Ramadan 2025 begins on the 1st or 2nd of March 2025, ending with the first day of Eid falling on 30th or 31st of March 2025. Dates subject to moon sightings.
- [Ramadan (2024)](https://mcb.org.uk/features/ramadan/archive/ramadan-2024/) - Ramadan 2024 is estimated to begin on the 11th or 12th of March 2024, and culminate with the first day of Eid falling on the 10th or 11th of April 2024. Exact dates are subject to sightings of the moon.
- [Ramadan (2023)](https://mcb.org.uk/features/ramadan/archive/ramadan-2023/)
- [Archive](https://mcb.org.uk/features/ramadan/archive/)
- [Palestine Conflict 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/features/palestine/)
- [Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/features/islamophobia/)
- [MCB 25th Anniversary](https://mcb.org.uk/features/mcb-25-anniversary/) - This year the Muslim Council of Britain marks it's twenty-five year anniversary, in serving and representing British Muslim communities.
- [Elections with MCB](https://mcb.org.uk/features/elections/)
- [Diversity & Inclusion](https://mcb.org.uk/features/diversity-inclusion/) - Our diversity and inclusion work examines and combats discrimination Muslims face within society. We promote respect, inclusion, opportunity, and community through resources and reportings.
- [COVID-19](https://mcb.org.uk/features/covid-19/) - Welcome to the Muslim Council of Britain's collection of content about the coronavirus pandemic. Read our latest COVID-19 reports, updates and vaccination campaigns.
- [Mayoral Election 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/features/elections/mayoral-election/)
- [Muslim Vote 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/features/elections/archive/muslim-vote-2019/)
- [Muslim Vote 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/features/elections/archive/muslim-vote-2017/)
- [Muslim Vote 2015](https://mcb.org.uk/features/elections/archive/muslim-vote-2015/)

## Initiatives

- [Local Elections Campaign 2026](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/local-elections-campaign-2026/) - Join us in this campaign to engage your local communities and congregations.
- [MCB Connect - The Regional Forums](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/mcb-connect/) - The MCB is launching seven Regional Forums to strengthen local community engagement, representation, and action.
- [African Islamic History – Black History Month 2025](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/african-islamic-history/)
- [Visit My Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/visit-my-mosque/)
- [Reporting a Hate Crime](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/hate-crime/)
- [Green Ramadan: 2024 Signup](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/green-ramadan-2024-signup/) - Get involved for a Greener Ramadan.
- [MCB's Engagement in Islamophobia Awareness Month](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/mcbs-engagement-in-islamophobia-awareness-month/)
- [MCBx Leadership Conference](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/mcbx-leadership-conference/)
- [MCB General Election 2024: Key Commitments](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/ge2024-key-commitments/)
- [Local Election Pledges 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/local-election-pledges-2024/) - Cross-party pledges, informed by initial MCB survey insights.
- [Women in Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/women-in-mosques/)
- [Sustainability and Climate Change](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/sustainability/) - MCB formed a Sustainability Team to explore ways of better promote environmental sustainability across the work of MCB and its members.
- [Media Training](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/media-training/) - Centre for Media Monitoring’s (CfMM) own findings reveal a serious problem in the way that British media reports about Islam and Muslims.
- [Welcoming Refugees](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/welcoming-refugees/)
- [Proudly Muslim And Black](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/proudly-muslim-and-black/) - The Proudly Muslim & Black project is a collaboration between the Muslim Council of Britain, Everyday Muslim and several other partner organisations, that strives to promote inclusivity.
- [Great British Spring Clean: 2024 Signup](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/great-british-spring-clean-2024-signup/) - Get involved for a greener community.
- [Hustings At Mosques: 2024 Signup](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/hustings-at-mosques-2024-signup/)
- [National Safeguarding Month: 2024 Signup](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/national-safeguarding-month-2024-signup/) - Safeguarding training for Mosques and Madrassahs.
- [Find Your MP](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/find-your-mp/)
- [Our Mosques, Our Future](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/our-mosques-our-future/) - The #OurMosquesOurFuture conferences bring together the UK Muslim community to discuss their mosques and prayer spaces.
- [Women in Mosques Development Programme](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/women-in-mosques-development-programme/) - The Women in Mosques Development Programme (WIMDP) is designed to accelerate the development of upcoming female leaders to become the mosque trustees, committee members and centre managers of the future.
- [National Listening Exercise](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/national-listening-exercise/) - The MCB is running a National Listening Exercise on the views of Muslim communities in relation to counter-terrorism. The purpose is to inform the MCB’s policy and ideas on this issue as we move forward.
- [Waqf Campaign](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/waqf-campaign/) - The MCB Waqf campaign will help us ensure our communities have a strong and articulate voice, a truly representative body, not just now but for the future too.
- [Big Green Week: 2024 Signup](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/big-green-week-2024-signup/)
- [Write to your MP about Islamophobia](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/write-to-your-mp/) - Urge your MP & the Government to mark it & commit to 5 key asks in support of British Muslim communities.
- [Constitutional Review 2022](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/constitutional-review-2022/) - We are taking views and opinions on how the MCB can be more representative and more democratic, helping us to serve all of Britain’s Muslim communities.
- [National Voter Drives](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/national-voter-drive/)
- [Warm Welcome Campaign with our Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/warm-welcome-campaign-with-our-mosques/)
- [Celebrate Eid with Refugees](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/celebrate-eid-with-refugees/)
- [Candidate Commitments](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/ge2024-key-commitments/candidate-commitments/)
- [Eid With Refugees: 2024 Signup](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives/celebrate-eid-with-refugees/2024-signup/)

## FAQs

- [Is there a choice of membership level?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/what-are-the-benefits-becoming-an-mcb-member/) - Yes, you can select from two levels: Observers receive regular email newsletters, invited to participate in general member meetings and can access access free guidance & best practice tips. Full Members*, in addition to above, can also access voting and election participation, discounted training events, conferences & resources, certificate of membership andenhanced networking & advocacy
- [Who is eligible for membership with the MCB?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/who-is-eligible-for-membership-with-the-mcb/) - Any UK-based Muslim-led community organisation is eligible to become an MCB member. This includes most non-profits, mosques, charities or community groups. We also offer Individual (Friends of MCB) and Corporate (for businesses / SMEs etc) membership. For details, visit: www.mcb.org.uk/members/register.
- [How do you relate to ordinary British Muslim individuals?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/how-do-you-relate-to-ordinary-british-muslim-individuals/) - The MCB is built on grassroots connection. Our members include mosques, charities, and community organisations across the UK, and our leadership is elected from this diverse base. Through them — and with them — we: Unite British Muslims by building common purpose across diverse communities, encouraging inclusive collaboration, and strengthening a shared voice on issues
- [How is the MCB funded?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/how-is-the-mcb-funded/) - The MCB’s core administrative expenses are funded entirely by affiliation fees from members, as well as donations from individuals and grant-giving organisations. Donations are also received by the MCB Charitable Foundation (MCBCF), an independent entity registered with the Charity Commission. It’s aim it to build a capital fund through which activities of the MCB that
- [What is the point of becoming an MCB member?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/what-is-the-point-of-becoming-an-mcb-member/) - Our Lord instructs us to pray, so we establish masjids. He instructs us to spread knowledge, so we establish schools. He instructs us help the poor, so we establish charities. He instructs us to be united and “not be divided” (Quran, 3:103) - how can we fulfil this duty? At national level in the UK,
- [What are the benefits becoming an MCB member?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/what-is-the-muslim-council-of-britain-mcb-2/) - The barakah of greater unity - You gain and the community gains: Capacity Building & Networking - Discounts and priority access to training courses, conferences and networking opportunities nationwide. A Stronger Voice - As Islamophobia and far-right divisive forces continues to grow, having a strong, collective voice is essential in campaigning against this and advocating
- [If I become an MCB member, does that mean my organisation is no longer independent?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/if-i-become-an-mcb-member-does-that-mean-my-organisation-is-no-longer-independent/) - No. Member organisations remain fully independent and continue to operate under your own governing documents e.g. constitution with Charity Commission, or Articles of Association with Companies House. MCB doesn’t control how members run their own affairs. Instead, membership gives your organisation a voice in how MCB’s affairs are run, including for full community members the
- [What is the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB)?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/what-is-the-muslim-council-of-britain-mcb/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is the UK’s largest and most diverse national representative Muslim body, with over 500 member organisations including mosques, charities, schools, and professional networks. We are here to Unite - Empower - Serve. We work for the common good by encouraging active Muslim participation in public life, and by promoting unity,
- [Can I give Sadaqah through MCB?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/can-i-give-zakat-through-mcb-2/) - A small amount of Sadaqah can transform the phenomenal work that is being carried out within mosques and Muslim institutions across the UK. Find out more about donating your Sadaqah here.
- [Are you currently benefiting from, or have previously benefited from, Prevent-related funding?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/are-you-currently-benefiting-from-or-have-previously-benefited-from-prevent-related-funding/) - No. The Muslim Council of Britain, alongside a number of civil society organisations, human rights groups and liberty advocates, have long highlighted a number of serious failings and lack of transparency with the Prevent policy and the need for an independent review.
- [What of the criticisms that the MCB doesn’t speak for or represent all Muslims?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/what-of-criticisms-that-the-mcb-doesnt-speak-for-or-represent-all-muslims/) - The Muslim Council of Britain has never claimed to speak for or represent all Muslims in Britain. The MCB only ever claims to speak on behalf of its members, who by virtue of being members, grant MCB the legitimacy to represent their concerns and interests. The MCB tries its utmost to ensure that it’s members,
- [How do you further the goal of integration and community cohesion?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/how-do-you-further-the-goal-of-integration-and-community-cohesion/) - Muslims in Britain are British citizens with an Islamic heritage and the MCB encourages British Muslims to make full use of their rights and responsibilities to further and advance equality for all communities, tolerance of differences and a staunch defence of our liberal democratic traditions and enviable civil liberties. The MCB does not seek special
- [On what basis does the MCB pursue its relationship with various stakeholders?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/on-what-basis-does-the-mcb-pursue-its-relationship-with-various-stakeholders/) - The Muslim Council of Britain’s approach to dealing with public affairs is one of participation not agitation. The MCB views its dealings with government and policymakers as a matter of constructive engagement. This means that the MCB strives to understand and deal with problems and influence policies and outcomes through principled and effective participation. The
- [What is MCB's approach to government engagement?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/what-is-mcbs-approach-to-government-engagement/) - As a body representing our affiliates, the Muslim Council of Britain will therefore seek to engage with government, public bodies, civil society and any body that affect the lives of British Muslims. We seek positive engagement and will put forward our considered position without fear or favour. We seek constructive relations in the interest of
- [How is the leadership chosen?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/how-is-the-leadership-chosen/) - The MCB’s leadership is elected by its General Assembly, which is made up of delegates from member organisations. Every two years, the Assembly elects the Secretary General, Deputy Secretary General, and National Council. From these, the Office Bearers and Executive Committee are appointed to run the organisation. All Office Bearers serve on a voluntary basis
- [How is policy formulated? Who Decides?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/how-is-policy-formulated-who-decides/) - The MCB’s Constitution demands an organisation that will base its policies and decisions on consensus of its members and the largest practicable measure of common agreement. The final decision-making and ruling body of the MCB is its General Assembly that must meet at least once a year. The Assembly is comprised of delegates from MCB
- [Do you have a list of organisations registered to the Muslim Council of Britain?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/do-you-have-a-list-of-organisations-registered-to-the-muslim-council-of-britain/) - For almost 20 years, the Muslim Council of Britain published a list of all organisations affiliated to it. However, with the rise of Islamophobia, it has become apparent that these organisations have subsequently become a target of hostility, affecting the very physical security of these organisations and the communities participating. For this reason, we have
- [Islam consists of many schools of thoughts and traditions, how does the MCB encapsulate that plurality in Britain today?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/islam-consists-of-many-schools-of-thoughts-and-traditions-how-does-the-mcb-encapsulate-that-plurality-in-britain-today/) - Enshrined in the MCB’s constitution is recognition of the diversity of Islam and Muslims and the desire to come together on matters of common concern. It is a cross-sectarian body working for the common good without assuming any judgmental attitude toward the variety of expressions of Islamic belief and conduct except that which falls outside
- [How is MCB organised?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/how-is-mcb-organised/) - The Muslim Council of Britain is an independent body that conducts its affairs with openness and transparency and in accordance with a written constitution. Further information about our Governance Structure can be found here
- [How was MCB founded?](https://mcb.org.uk/faqs/how-was-mcb-founded/) - Following the crises in the Balkans and the first Gulf War in the 1990s, there was a growing sense of apprehension amongst Muslims in Britain that Muslim communities lacked unity and coordination. In April 1994, approximately fifty community bodies and networks convened in Birmingham to form the NICMU – the National Interim Committee for Muslim

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- [Issue 34: June 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-34-june-2017/) - Issue 34: June 2017
- [Issue 33: May 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-33-may-2017/) - Issue 33: May 2017
- [Issue 32: April 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-32-april-2017/) - Issue 32: April 2017
- [Issue 31: March 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-31-march-2017/) - Issue 31: March 2017
- [Issue 30: February 2017](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-30-february-2017/) - Issue 30: February 2017
- [Issue 45: May 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-45-may-2018/) - Issue 45: May 2018
- [Issue 44: April 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-44-april-2018/) - Issue 44: April 2018
- [Issue 43: March 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-43-march-2018/) - Issue 43: March 2018
- [Issue 42: February 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-42-february-2018/) - Issue 42: February 2018
- [Issue 41: January 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-41-january-2018/) - Issue 41: January 2018
- [Issue 52: December 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-52-december-2018/) - Issue 52: December 2018
- [Issue 51: November 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-51-november-2018/) - Issue 51: November 2018
- [Issue 50: October 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-50-october-2018/) - Issue 50: October 2018
- [Issue 49: September 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-49-september-2018/) - Issue 49: September 2018
- [Issue 48: August 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-48-august-2018/) - Issue 48: August 2018
- [Issue 47: July 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-47-july-2018/) - Issue 47: July 2018
- [Issue 46: June 2018](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-46-june-2018/) - Issue 46: June 2018
- [Issue 53: January 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-53-january-2019/) - Issue 53: January 2019
- [Issue 64: December 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-64-december-2019/) - Issue 64: December 2019
- [Issue 63: November 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-63-november-2019/) - Issue 63: November 2019
- [Issue 62: October 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-62-october-2019/) - Issue 62: October 2019
- [Issue 61: September 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-61-september-2019/) - Issue 61: September 2019
- [Issue 60: August 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-60-august-2019/) - Issue 60: August 2019
- [Issue 59: July 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-59-july-2019/) - Issue 59: July 2019
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- [Issue 57: May 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-57-may-2019/) - Issue 57: May 2019
- [Issue 56: April 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-56-april-2019/) - Issue 56: April 2019
- [Issue 55: March 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-55-march-2019/) - Issue 55: March 2019
- [Issue 54: February 2019](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-54-february-2019/) - Issue 54: February 2019
- [Issue 65: January 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-65-january-2020/) - Issue 65: January 2020
- [Issue 70: June 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-70-june-2020/) - Issue 70: June 2020
- [Issue 69: May 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-69-may-2020/) - Issue 69: May 2020
- [Issue 68: April 2020 and Ramadan Update](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-68-april-2020-and-ramadan-update/) - Issue 68: April 2020 and Ramadan Update
- [Issue 67: March 2020 & COVID Update](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-67-march-2020-covid-update/) - Issue 67: March 2020 & COVID Update
- [Issue 66: February 2020](https://mcb.org.uk/newsletters/issue-66-february-2020/) - Issue 66: February 2020

## Categories

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## Tags

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- [Race](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/race/)
- [Racism](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/racism/)
- [affiliates](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/affiliates/)
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- [Ramadan 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/ramadan/)
- [Intra-Faith](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/intra-faith/)
- [Education](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/education/)
- [Unity](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/unity/)
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- [Eid](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/eid/)
- [Law](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/law/)
- [Multiculturalism](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/multiculturalism/)
- [British Muslims](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/british-muslims/)
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- [Health](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/health/)
- [Spiritual](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/spiritual/)
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- [Voices](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/voices/)
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- [Injustice](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/injustice/)
- [New Year](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/new-year/)
- [Together](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/together/)
- [Quran](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/quran/)
- [Poverty](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/poverty/)
- [Pledge](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/pledge/)
- [National](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/national/)
- [Scotland](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/scotland/)
- [Condemnation](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/condemnation/)
- [Violence](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/violence/)
- [COVID-19](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/covid-19/)
- [Response](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/response/)
- [Support](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/support/)
- [Public Health](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/public-health/)
- [Legal Team](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/legal-team/)
- [Nationality and Borders Bill](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/nationality-and-borders-bill/)
- [Trojan Horse Affair](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/trojan-horse-affair/)
- [Diversity And Inclusion](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/diversity-and-inclusion/)
- [Census](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/census/)
- [appg](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/appg/)
- [care](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/care/)
- [demographics](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/demographics/)
- [ethnic minorities](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/ethnic-minorities/)
- [housing](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/housing/)
- [statistics](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/statistics/)
- [cost-of-living](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/cost-of-living/)
- [New Years Honours](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/new-years-honours/)
- [25 Years](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/25-years/)
- [Counter Terrorism](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/counter-terrorism/)
- [Prevent](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/prevent/)
- [misreporting](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/misreporting/)
- [UN](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/un/)
- [IWD](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/iwd/)
- [Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/palestine/)
- [government](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/government/)
- [Muslims Vote](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/muslims-vote/)
- [Leicester](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/leicester/)
- [Genocide](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/genocide/)
- [Visit My Mosque](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/visit-my-mosque/)
- [Conservatives](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/conservatives/)
- [Parliament](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/parliament/)
- [Elections](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/elections/)
- [Homepage Featured](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/homepage-featured/)
- [Wajid Akhter](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/wajid-akhter/)
- [Muslim Council of Britain](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/muslim-council-of-britain/)
- [Pope Francis](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/pope-francis/)
- [Dr Wajid Akhter](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/dr-wajid-akhter/)
- [safety](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/safety/)
- [reporting](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/reporting/)
- [transparency](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/transparency/)
- [Humanitarian](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/humanitarian/)
- [War Crimes](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/war-crimes/)
- [Briefing](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/briefing/)
- [honours list](https://mcb.org.uk/topic/honours-list/)

## Initiatives Archive

- [Archived](https://mcb.org.uk/initiative-archive/archived/)

## Resource Types

- [MCB Resources](https://mcb.org.uk/resource-type/mcb-resources/)
- [Partner Resources](https://mcb.org.uk/resource-type/partner-resources/)

## Resource Tags

- [Report](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=report)
- [Resource](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=resource)
- [Ramadan](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=ramadan)
- [Palestine](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=palestine)
- [Muslim Vote](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=muslim-vote)
- [Elections](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=elections)
- [Homepage Featured](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=homepage-featured)
- [Mosque Safety](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=mosque-safety)
- [COVID](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=covid)
- [Global Issues](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=global-issues)
- [Ramadan 2023](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=ramadan-2023)
- [Ramadan 2024](https://mcb.org.uk/resources/?_resource_tags=ramadan-2024)

## Resource Audiences

- [British Society](https://mcb.org.uk/resources_categories/british-society/)
- [Education](https://mcb.org.uk/resources_categories/education/)
- [Mosques](https://mcb.org.uk/resources_categories/mosques/)
- [Global Issues](https://mcb.org.uk/resources_categories/global-issues/)

## Initiative Tags

- [Flagship Initiative](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives_tags/flagship/)
- [Homepage Featured](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives_tags/homepage-featured/)
- [Get Involved](https://mcb.org.uk/initiatives_tags/get-involved/)