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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 3h

Dr Wajid Akhter, MCB Secretary-General tells tke.media his perspective on the rise of Islamophobia in the UK.

#uk #uknews #newstoday #ukpolitics #england #racism #patriots #Reform #britishmuslim #Islamophobia

Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

🇳🇬 Nigerian Muslims have played a big role in the history of Islam - from Usman Dan Fodio to Nana Asmau.

Join our next African Islamic History session:

📅 Thurs 9th Oct
⏰ 7–8pm
🗣️ Ustadh Mustafa Briggs
👥 Hosts: Fauziya & Halima - Muslim Association of Nigeria UK

💻 Register: bit.ly/MCBIslamicAfrica2

Promotional poster for an online event titled “The History of Islam in Nigeria”, part of the African Islamic History series by the Muslim Council of Britain. The event is scheduled for Thursday, 9th October, from 7–8pm BST, and features Ustadh Mustafa Briggs as the speaker, with hosts Fauziya Ahmed and Halima Salami. The poster includes headshots of the hosts and the speaker, along with the website link www.mcb.org.uk/AfricanIslamicHistory
. It is part of Vision 2050’s initiative “Unite | Empower | Serve” and is sponsored by the Zamzam Foundation UK. The background has dark geometric patterns with orange and yellow highlights, and the lower corner includes a badge labeled BHM 2025 Oct.

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

Around 150 mosques opened their doors for #VisitMyMosque, sharing stories and building understanding. In these divided times, conversations like these matter. #vmm2025 #ourstories #ourneighbourhoods

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

🕌Emergency meeting for mosque leaders

In light of the recent Peacehaven Mosque arson attack and the rise in Islamophobic incidents, it’s vital we ensure our communities’ safety and speak with one voice.

🗓️ Tues 7th Oct
⏰ 7–8pm
🕌 For all mosque leaders
👉Register here: loom.ly/QXoRyUk

Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 2d

We condemn the Islamophobic arson attack on an East Sussex Mosque.

We advise the community to remain vigilant, but do not live in fear. We will continue to stand up for peace & justice, for our faith and for others, and for our home in this United Kingdom.
#Islamophobia

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Hasan Patel @hasanpatel.com · 2d

Increased hate against minority faith groups.

Make no mistake this is #terrorism in #Peacehaven as volunteers were getting ready to welcome @muslimcouncil.bsky.social #vmm2025.

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 4d

Following conversations with our friends colleagues across Greater Manchester and many of our affiliates nationwide, we are suggesting the following guidance for Muslim communities in the coming days.

Solidarity, Safety, Speaking & Steadfastness

#Manchester #Unity #community

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

We are deeply concerned by reports of a violent attack at a synagogue in Manchester today. We unequivocally condemn this act of violence.

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Southend Mosque invites locals to visit for tour and Q&A uk.news.yahoo.com/southend-mos... #OurNeighbourhoods #flagsunderfriendship #Southend

Southend Mosque invites locals to visit for tour and Q&A

There will be an opportunity to ask questions to people at the Mosque

uk.news.yahoo.com

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Public invited to special open day at Harrow’s new Salaam Centre harrowonline.org/2025/10/01/p... #VMM2025 #OurStories #OurNeighbourhoods #flagsunderfriendship #Harrow

Public invited to special open day at Harrow’s new Salaam Centre - Harrow Online

Residents are being invited to a special open day this month to visit The Salaam Centre in Harrow as part of a national event designed to bring

harrowonline.org

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Justice has been served in the Rochdale Child Exploitation Case.

One groomer is one too many - safeguarding our youth is a shared duty.

Every child must be protected, every abuser held to account.

Read our full statement below.

Read online: loom.ly/NPGqQLg

MCB: One Child Groomer Is One Too Many – Communities Must Unite for Stronger Safeguarding

October 1, 2025

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 made it clear: sexual violence against women and girls in any form is unacceptable, and the sexual grooming of young women and girls is a heinous crime that has no place in any community, no religious justification and no room for excuses. We must never allow the actions of a few to tarnish entire communities nor allow fear of prejudice to silence our responsibility to act.

Read full online: https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-one-child-groomer-is-one-too-many-communities-must-unite-for-stronger-safeguarding/

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Folkestone Dispatch @folkestonedispatch.substack.com · 7d

In this week's Dispatch we visit Folkestone mosque ahead of this weekend's @muslimcouncil.bsky.social Visit My Mosque open day...

🕌 ‘Islamophobia is through the roof, it’s not a nice time to be a Muslim’

Plus: Anti-immigration protest at Napier Barracks met with large counter-demonstration, and Invicta handed big FA Cup away day

folkestonedispatch.substack.com

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

Mosques across the UK are opening their doors this weekend, inviting every member of their community to see what Islamic places of worship are really like.

Find your nearest participating mosque: visitmymosque.org

Read the full Substack piece: lnkd.in/ek3JsYW2

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Women in Bradford have called for more investment in creative and culturally sensitive menopause support after completing a six-week course that combined medical advice with art workshops.

https://loom.ly/WhCVLZg

Bradford menopause workshops 'are giving women a voice'

Calls for more investment in grassroots support services after success of new programme.

www.bbc.co.uk

Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

Around 150 Mosques this weekend will take part in Visit My Mosque.

Join hundreds of Mosques across the UK opening their doors to welcome their neighbours, friends and people.

#VMM2025 #OurStories #OurNeighbourhoods #flagsunderfriendship

https://loom.ly/qhd60kA

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Mustafa Al-Dabbagh @musdabbagh.bsky.social · 9d

Gaza has exposed the bankruptcy of our political leaders.

For 25 years, British Muslim have been tied to the left, only on their terms. In my new piece for EA WorldView, I argue the next 25 years must chart a new course, rooted in moral pragmatism:

eaworldview.com/2025/09/uk-m...

Meeting the Challenge: UK Muslims and Moral Pragmatism - EA WorldView

"Answer for UK Muslims lies not in outdated alliances nor in waiting for others, but in forging our own political path with moral pragmatism"

eaworldview.com

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

Discover local mosques open to everyone during Visit My Mosque Week, October 4–5. Volunteers are available to guide visitors, answer questions, and share information. Step inside and explore the beauty of the mosque. #VisitMyMosque #mosque #islam #community #culture

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 10d

😡 Grooming gangs. Sharia law. Terrorism. Muslims are often talked about but rarely talked with.

☕ Join us for tea, samosas & honest conversation.
🕌 Visit My Mosque: Oct 4–5, 2025
👉 Find one near you: visitmymosque.org/find-my-mosque

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 11d

Join us for the first session in October as Ustadh Mustafa Briggs takes us on a journey through African Islamic History - a vital part of our story that every Muslim should know. 🌍

 🗓 Thursday 2nd October | 7–8pm BST 
👉 Sign up: www.mcb.org.uk/AfricanIslamicHistory

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 12d

The Sumud Flotilla is the biggest attempt yet to break the siege of Gaza and it is organised by the people, not Governments. The Israeli regime has already attacked it and is signalling to do so again.

Please, write to the Foreign office & your MPs to demand protection: https://loom.ly/TEgQ5eI

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 13d

🌎This Black History Month, join us for a special five-part series on African Islamic History.

📅 Every Thursday this October | 🕖 7–8pm BST

🎙️ Featuring esteemed speakers & hosts exploring the rich legacy of Islam across Africa.

🔗 Register now: www.mcb.org.uk/AfricanIslamicHistory

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 13d

At this year’s Lib Dem conference in Bournemouth, we had some robust conversations with policy makers, allies and critics alike.

We discussed everything from street safety, housing, racism, & the genocide in Gaza - and what the Lib Dems have to offer at the upcoming local elections in May 2026.

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Josiah Mortimer @josiah.writes.news · 14d

Via The Independent: Donald Trump’s false claim that London ‘wants to go to Sharia law’ has been described as ‘appalling and bigoted’ by Mayor Sadiq Khan.

The Muslim Council of Britain responded: “We pray for Mr Trump's health and wellbeing as his hallucinations seem to be getting worse by the day”

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 14d

We live in a time that glorifies independence — hustle culture, “self-made” myths, isolation
Civil Society Consulting: Life is a team sport — it’s time we played it like one. Let’s rebuild communities, reclaim mutual care. 👫🌍

Read more: https://loom.ly/AU6ZB5s

OPINION: Life is a team sport and it is time we played it like one — Civil Society Consulting

In delivering our programmes and initiatives, Civil Society Consulting work closely with East London Mosque, London Muslim Centre and many Muslim led voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations across the country. We have a strong, established and collaborative relationship with the Mus

www.civilsocietyconsulting.co.uk

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Muslim Council of Britain @muslimcouncil.bsky.social · 14d

When the US President Donald Trump invents lies without facts or substance, what else can we say?

Context: https://loom.ly/xTDPki4

#UNGA80 #DonaldTrump #SadiqKhan

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