MCB warns of grave Impact as Refugee Rwanda Bill Passes 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... MCB Updates Press Releases Apr 29, 2024
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 futur... MCB Updates Press Releases Apr 17, 2024
MCB Welcomes UNSC Ceasefire 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. Accor... General News MCB Updates Palestine Press Releases Mar 25, 2024
Muslim Council of Britain’s 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... Community Stories General News MCB Updates Mar 24, 2024
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 ... Community Stories General News MCB Updates Mar 24, 2024
MCB Recognised at London Anchoring Institution Network’s 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... Community Stories MCB Updates Mar 24, 2024
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 rig... General News MCB Updates Media Misreporting Palestine Mar 24, 2024
MCB enjoyed reflective visit with 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 cohesi... Community Stories MCB Updates Mar 24, 2024
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 co... Islamophobia MCB Updates Mar 24, 2024
Muslim Council of Britain Slams Government’s 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... MCB Updates Press Releases Mar 13, 2024
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 fou... MCB Updates Press Releases Mar 12, 2024
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 lan... MCB Updates Press Releases Mar 8, 2024