Written question asked by Lord Ahmed (Non-affiliated) on Wednesday, 18 March 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 1 April 2020. It was answered by Lord Bethell (Conservative) on Monday, 6 April 2020 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Coronavirus: Disease Control
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government what advice they have provided to the Muslim Council of Britain about (1) Friday prayers, and (2) the celebration of Ramadan, in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Answer
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The Muslim Council of Britain continues to follow the Government’s and National Health Service COVID-19 advice as well as publishing their own guidance for the Muslim community. This guidance includes plans for likely suspension of congregational activities, advice for congregation members to keep good hygiene and support for the socially vulnerable and isolated. A copy of Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for mosques/madrasas and Umrah Pilgrims is attached.
There is information on how Ramadan may be affected and whether United Kingdom mosques must similarly prepare for the very likely possibility of suspending iftar programs and congregational tarawih prayers.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL2726
- Session
- 2019-21
- Attachment
- Guidance for mosques madrasas and Umrah pilgrims
- Subjects
- Collective worship Disease control Islam Coronavirus Ramadan
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