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On 31 March 2025, the BBC made history by broadcasting Eid al-Fitr prayers live from Bradford Central Mosque.

In the UK, the transition to British Summer Time (BST) occurs annually, moving clocks forward by one hour. This change affects the timing of daily prayers and fasting schedules for Muslims.

Mosques across Britain play a vital role in the country's economy, particularly during Ramadan, when they serve approximately 3.8 million free iftar meals.

Ramadan has become a major contributor to the UK economy, generating an estimated £800 million to £1.3 billion every year, according to a report by the think tank Equi.

In a Facebook post posted by the British Muslim Magazine, the London Eye will illuminate for Eid day on Sunday 30th March at sunset.

The Shah Jalal Mosque in Chester is organising the Eid prayer at Chester Football Club with the prayer being hosted at Deva Stadium. This accommodates the large number of worshippers expected for the day.

A new mosque is being built in the Lake District, called the South Lakes Islamic Centre. This will be the first mosque in the region, providing a place of worship for local Muslims and visitors.

The Easton Jamia Masjid Grand Iftar was hosted in the heart of Easton on Sunday 23rd March. All were invited including Muslims and non-Muslims fostering a sense of community and belonging.

In today’s digital world, having a professional website is essential for mosques, Islamic schools, charities and maktabs. Here’s why your organisation needs one.

Sir Mufti Hamid Patel has been appointed as the interim Chair of the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) coming in at a pivotal time for the organisation

On the evening of Saturday, 15th March 2025, Aberdeen Mosque and Islamic Centre was subjected to a distressing vandalism incident during the holy month of Ramadan.

In January 2025, the UK government introduced a 20% Value Added Tax (VAT) on private school fees, aiming to generate additional revenue for the state education sector.