Muslim Council of Britain (MCB)
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Why are David Cameron and Policy Exchange only targeting Muslim critics of Prevent?
Prevent has been criticised for years by prominent human rights organisations, politicians, student bodies, academics, lawyers and security officials. But none of these organisations, individuals or bodies get the attention.
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MCB condemns violent attack on Al Aqsa Mosque by Israeli authorities
With the same love and compassion we rightly show to those victims of war in Ukraine, the world must also seek an end to the violence perpetrated by Israeli forces against the people of Palestine.
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MCB Launches Comprehensive Guide Welcoming Ramadan 2022
For those interested in learning more about Ramadan, this guide offers key information on what the holy month means for Muslims and how it is observed, whilst also providing practical guidance for employers on how they can support Muslim colleagues during this month.
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Connecting with Muslims in Dewsbury and Batley
On March 4 and 5, 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.
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MCB Celebrates International Women’s Day 2022 #BreakTheBias
Muslim Women in particular, still face barriers and challenges, which is why the MCB is committing to help empower, upskill and celebrate the achievements of women and girls not just on one day, but all year round.
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Recognise winter Olympics for what they are: The Genocide Games
Ahead of Beijing 2022, Muslim Council of Britain asks broadcasters, influencers and athletes to recognise winter Olympics for what they are: The Genocide Games.
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Vote against powers to arbitrarily strip British citizenship
The MCB expresses grave concern in relation to Clause 9 of the Bill which gives the Home Secretary unprecedented power to remove a British person’s citizenship without issuing any notice.
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Muslim Council of Britain reaffirms Archbishops’ concern for Palestinian Christians
The Archbishop of Canterbury and the Archbishop in Jerusalem have taken a brave stance in calling out the actions of extremists who are not only driving out Christians, but also Muslims and other faith communities as well.
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Muslim Council of Britain elects Zara Mohammed as its first female leader
Training consultant from Glasgow says it is ‘an honour and blessing’ to be named secretary general.
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Black Muslims are almost invisible in Britain, but now we're carving out a space
Ask most people to visualise a Muslim and they will likely picture someone of Asian or Arab descent, with a beard, perhaps, or some sort of head covering. Certainly, this is typically the image that is portrayed across our social media feeds, front pages and TV screens.
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Muslim Council of Britain condemns Kashmir lockdown
A year ago on Aug 5, India revoked Kashmir’s semi-autonomous status and forced its people to live under curfew and lockdown.
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UK Muslim group urges gov't to help Chinese Uighurs
China’s systematic mistreatment “has all the hallmarks of a genocidal atrocity. The UK Government must act now,” the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) said in a statement, saying they wrote Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to press him to take action.
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Glasgow mosque is taking part in Muslim Council of Britain virtual open day
Each year Muslim holy buildings open their doors to the public but this year, due to social distancing, the event will go ahead online.
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The Nottingham mosque that will open to the public virtually this weekend
Despite the lockdown, a Nottingham mosque will open its doors this weekend to the public with a virtual tour of its premises as part of a national initiative to 'reduce misconceptions' about Islam.
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Peterborough mosques to remain closed despite lockdown being eased
Muslim organizations such as MINAB , MCB, BBSI and many other organizations around the country including JMC are deeply disappointed with the government’s decision to reopen the places of Worship without allowing congregational/Jammat prayers.
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Mosques bring communities together by offering virtual tours during lockdown
This will include Imams and mosque leaders sharing what they have been doing to support their local communities during lockdown, with many opening up as foodbanks, delivering hot meals to those in need and supporting their local hospitals with food donations.
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UK MP fasting to better understand Islam
Paul Bristow, Conservative MP for Peterborough in Eastern England, announced his decision via video on Twitter.
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UK Muslims advice on spending Ramadan at home during coronavirus lockdown
It is an important time for Muslim communities in Bracknell Forest and across the world, and it will be a very different experience this year for Muslims due to the COVID-19 social distancing measures, which are in place across the country.