October 2020 Newsletter
The MCB October 2020 E-Newsletter is now out Click here to read the full newsletter Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters This…
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
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…
Obituary: Imam Mir Irshad Ali
The MCB is saddened to hear of the passing of Imam Mir Irshad Ali
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…
Queen’s 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.
New COVID19 Community Briefings & Q&A
Update – A recording of this session can now be viewed online here: As the UK moves deeper into the second wave, the MCB is…
September 2020 Newsletter
The MCB September 2020 E-Newsletter is now out Click here to read the full newsletter Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters This…
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
Proudly Muslim & Black: Black History Month 2020 & Beyond
Proudly Muslim & Black set to deliver key interventions from Black History Month 2020 onwards
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…
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.
August 2020 Newsletter
The MCB August 2020 E-Newsletter is now out Click here to read the full newsletter Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters This…
New Zealand Terrorist Life Sentence: We All Have a Lot More to Do
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…
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…
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
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…
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,…
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…
July 2020 Newsletter
The MCB July 2020 E-Newsletter now out Click here to read the full newsletter Click here to view the archive of MCB E-Newsletters This Month:…
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…
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.”
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…
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…
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…