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The chief executive of the Independent Schools Council (ISC), Julie Robinson, has raised serious concerns about the government's decision to introduce VAT on independent school fees from January 2025.

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88. The Vatican confirmed that he died this morning on Easter Monday, 21 April 2025, at 7:35am.

A planning application has been submitted to transform the former Mecca Bingo Hall in Andover into a place of worship and community centre.

The UK’s Minister for Faith, Lord Khan of Burnley, has recently completed a three-day visit to Islamabad, Pakistan

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.

The Charity Commission has launched an official investigation into Al-Manar Centre Trust, a Cardiff-based Islamic charity

The Charity Commission has opened an official investigation into Plymouth Islamic Education Trust (PIETY), a charity located in Plymouth.

A man who stole from a worshipper inside a mosque in Peterborough has been sent to prison. Hassan Ali, 23, entered Faizan E Madina Mosque on Gladstone Street on the evening of 14 February.

One of Blackburn’s biggest mosques, Masjid Noorul Islam, is hosting an exhibition on Saturday 19 April, showcasing some of the most sacred and historical Islamic artefacts including the Kiswa

When public services are struggling, it can be local communities that step in to make a difference. An example of this came from the UKIM Sparkbrook Islamic Centre and Masjid during Birmingham's bin crisis

New UK fund launched to tackle anti-Muslim hate. Mosques and groups can apply for support to monitor incidents, help victims, and build safer, united communities.

Over 250 people came together at Madrasah Vali in Blackburn for a special Eid event hosted by Nasr, a Blackburn-based cic focused on supporting the Muslim community.

The UK Government has Simpler Recycling, which have taken effect from 31 March 2025. This initiative requires all workplaces, including mosques, Islamic schools, and charities, to separate their waste.

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.

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.