United Kingdom

UK MPs’ inboxes have been inundated with letters calling for an Australia-style social media ban for under-16s, as the prime minister indicated such a move was being considered. According to The Guardian, more than 100,000 people have contacted their local…

Storm Goretti Causes Widespread Disruption Across UK ……….. Hundreds of schools in Scotland remained closed on Wednesday as snow and freezing temperatures continued to affect much of the UK, BBC reports. The severe winter weather has led to travel disruptions,…

British Muslims Begin Preparations for the Holy Month of Ramadan ——————————— With the approach of Ramadan, Muslim communities across the United Kingdom are preparing for one of the most significant periods in the Islamic calendar. According to IQNA, in London,…

Muslims in England Spend Christmas Supporting Homeless with Hot Meals ————————— Muslims in Bristol, southwest England, celebrated Christmas by distributing hot meals to the homeless and those in need, marking the tenth consecutive year of this initiative. The effort highlights…

Non-Violence Organization Hails UK’s New “Blue Light Hijab” as a Landmark for Inclusion ————————— Earlier this month, the Leicestershire Police force officially launched the production and distribution of a pioneering “Blue Light Hijab,” a magnetic head-covering designed to enhance the…

UK: Rochdale Mosque Expansion Approved Despite ‘Overdevelopment’ Concerns ————————– The Jalalia Jaame Mosque in Greater Manchester has secured approval for a major remodeling and expansion project, according to IQNA News. On December 18, 2025, the local planning committee prioritized community…

Fringe sees boom in UK Muslim independent theatre —————————– A recent report on the UK’s independent theatre scene highlights that Muslim artists, particularly in Fringe theatre, are creating bold and original narratives that reflect their lived experiences, according to the…

UK Sees Surge in Anti-Muslim Incidents Amid Far-Right Protests …………. The United Kingdom is witnessing a marked rise in anti-Muslim sentiment, as recent demonstrations led by far-right groups have heightened tensions across the country. Protesters have used exclusionary rhetoric targeting…

Founder of Tariq Halal Meats Receives City of London Civic Honour Award —————————- Tariq Halal Meats has announced that its founder and chairman, Tariq Sheikh, has been awarded the City of London Corporation’s Civic Honour Award 2025, one of the…

UK: Leicestershire Police Develops Special Hijab for Female Officers ————————————- Leicestershire Police has introduced a specially designed hijab for female Muslim officers, created in collaboration with De Montfort University (DMU). According to IQNA, the new hijab incorporates a quick-release system,…