Council of Mosques, in partnership with the Association of Islamic Teachers, successfully delivered a Safeguarding, Security and Community Protection in Faith Settings training event on Thursday 9 July 2026, attended by over 60 Imams and madrasah teachers from across the borough. The event began with Bola Osundun, Children’s […]

On Thursday 21st May, the Council of Mosques, in partnership with East London Mosque and Tower Hamlets Council, hosted the first  Healthy Tower Hamlets Health Fair of 2026 at the London Muslim Centre. Over 350 men and women came through the doors to access free health services, enjoy […]

In response to the incident at a mosque in San Diego, which is being treated by US authorities as a suspected hate crime, Chief Inspector Chris Brown, Head of Neighbourhood Policing in Tower Hamlets, said: “I am aware of the incident in San Diego involving a mosque, which […]

Council of Mosques is deeply saddened and concerned to learn of the recent arson attack on the Nelson Street Synagogue in East London. We unequivocally condemn this cowardly and hateful act. There is no justification for violence, intimidation, or attacks against any place of worship or community institution. […]

We were delighted to host a highly successful Careers Fair on Thursday 9th April 2026, delivered in partnership with East London Mosque and Tower Hamlets Council. The event brought together a wide range of organisations and community partners, creating a vibrant and engaging space for career exploration, networking, and community support. With over […]

On 28th March, we were proud to join the Together Alliance march in London alongside hundreds of thousands of people and 100+ organisations, standing united against far-right politics, Islamophobia, and anti-migrant hatred. MCB Secretary General Dr. Wajid Akhter addressed the rally, expressing gratitude to all those standing in […]

Iftar with Your Neighbours – Bringing Communities Together This Ramadan This Ramadan, mosques across the area are opening their doors to local neighbours for a series of special Iftar evenings — a meal shared at the end of a day’s fasting during the holy month of Ramadan. Organised […]

TOGETHER ALLIANCE AND NATIONAL DEMO AGAINST THE FAR-RIGHT The Council of Mosques is proud to be part of this important initiative, standing alongside community partners to promote unity and challenge the rise of Islamophobia and far‑right hostility. As part of our commitment, CoM is coordinating outreach across Tower […]

We wanted to bring to your attention a deeply concerning incident that took place last night (24th February 2026) at Manchester Central Mosque during Taraweeh prayers. A man entered the mosque carrying an axe, hammer and knife and was only stopped thanks to the swift actions of mosque […]

We praise Allah for allowing us reach this blessed month. Our heartfelt greetings to all Mosque Trustees, volunteers and your congregations. Ramadan is a time of immense spiritual growth, self-discipline, and devotion to Allah. It is a month of mercy, forgiveness, and generosity, where we increase our prayers, […]