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19 March 2026

Muslim Charities Forum Warns of Severe Impact of UK ODA Cuts 

MCF is deeply concerned about the Government’s decision to reduce the UK’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) budget to just 0.3%…...

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16 March 2026

International Day to Combat Islamophobia: Muslim Charities Forum Calls for a Britain United Against Hate 

Sunday 15th March marked the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, a reminder that anti-Muslim hatred is not merely an abstract concept…...

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10 March 2026

MCF Urges Caution Over Expanded Charity Commission Powers in Social Cohesion Plan 

Following the government’s recent announcement of its social cohesion plan, Muslim Charities Forum (MCF) expresses strong concerns and caution regarding the potential expansion of Charity Commission powers.  While elements…...

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4 March 2026

Spring Statement: Muslim Charities Forum Warns of Mounting Financial Pressures on Charities 

Following the Spring Statement, Muslim Charities Forum (MCF) remains concerned that the economic outlook will continue to place significant pressure on the charity sector.  This year’s statement saw little change to…...

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25 February 2026

Muslim Charities Forum Expresses Serious Concerns Over Incident at Manchester Central Mosque 

Muslim Charities Forum is concerned around the incident last night at Manchester Central Mosque, where two men reportedly entered the premises armed with weapons, including an axe…...

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16 February 2026

Charity Under Reform: What a Reform‑Led Policy Agenda Could Mean for the Sector 

The Gorton and Denton by‑election has received significant national attention. With local elections approaching, many observers see it as a…...

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4 February 2026

Race Equality Week: Muslim Charities Forum Calls for a More Inclusive Charity Sector 

On Race Equality Week, we remind ourselves that the charity sector is built on the principles of social justice, equity, and inclusion.…...

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2 February 2026

Charity Starts at Home: Tackling Financial Hardship Within Muslim Communities 

More than a decade of austerity, a global pandemic, and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis have combined to create an increasingly fragile…...

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27 January 2026

Holocaust Memorial Day: Muslim Charities Forum Urges Solidarity Against Prejudice and Hate 

Today, we honour the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust. As we reflect on their suffering, we must renew our commitment to combatting prejudice…...

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