Mosque Security

Investigation launched after fire at Blackburn mosque. Another upsetting incident in which an Islamic Centre/Mosque has been targeted. Mosque Security is working and engaging nationwide to keep Mosques, Islamic Centres and Madrassahs safe and secure.

Probe launched after 'suspicious' fire at Blackburn mosque An investigation has been launched following a fire close to a mosque in Blackburn.

Eid brings thousands together across the UK.

Good coordination with volunteers, local authorities, and neighbourhood policing teams — helps ensure everyone can celebrate with confidence. From defined boundaries to evacuation plans, small measures strengthen community resilience.

Updated and new Mosque Security guide for Eid in public spaces: www.mosquesecurity.com

EID in public spaces security advice and support - Download poster and share in your groups
Report Anti-Muslim Hate
www.mosquesecurity.co.uk

Following recent incidents and attacks against Mosques and Islamic centres - Mosque Security and British Muslim Trust have shared 10 security tips to follow to ensure the safety and protection of worshippers during these busy days for communities before Eid.

https://britishmuslimtrust.co.uk/mosque-security-services

Mosque and Islamic centre security and safety support.
In this current climate of rising anti-muslim hate/incidents, British Muslim Trust in partnership with Mosque Security is supporting Mosques and Islamic centres to increase their safety and security.

https://britishmuslimtrust.co.uk/mosque-security-services

The attack on the San Diego Islamic Center was a terror attack driven by anti‑Muslim hate.

Three innocent people were killed — including a security guard who died protecting worshippers — in an assault targeting a community at prayer.

This is part of a wider pattern: violent anti‑Muslim hatred is rising globally, fuelled by online extremism, polarisation, and the normalisation of Islamophobic narratives.

No mosque, no worshipper, no community should ever be left vulnerable to this level of violence.

Faith Associates continues to work with mosques and Islamic centres across the UK to strengthen security, safeguarding, and community resilience so that hate cannot escalate into harm.

Three people killed after shooting by two teenage suspects at mosque in San Diego, California The two suspects have both been killed, and the shooting is being treated as a hate crime, prompting responses from Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer.

MOSQUE SECURITY TRAINING
Manchester- Ramadan Mosque Security and hate crime reporting Workshop - Learn how the attack at Manchester Central Mosque (Victoria Park) team stopped the attack on the evening of 24th Feb - Alhamduillah - In Person Workshop

Date: Saturday 28th Feb 2026
Time: Zuhr Salah 1.00 - 3.30
Venue: Manchester Central Mosque (Victoria Park) M14 5RU
Supported By: British Muslim Trust. www.britishmuslimtrust.co.uk
Book Your Place
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ramadan-mosque-security-hate-crime-reporting-manchester-central-mosque-tickets-1984041507558?aff=oddtdtcreator

Statement from Manchester Central Mosque - Victoria Park

📣 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

Please share to your contacts so they are made aware of the new protocols

Statement from Rochdale Council of Mosques

Statement by Rochdale Council of Mosques:
“Armed Threat Inside Mosque During Ramadan
Foiled by Courageous Volunteers”

On behalf of Rochdale Council of Mosques, we express our profound alarm and outrage following the deeply disturbing incident at Manchester Central
Mosque, where two men entered during Taraweeh prayers carrying weapons, including an axe, knife, and hammer. This is both shocking and
completely unacceptable.

We place on record our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to the brave and vigilant volunteers whose swift and decisive actions prevented a terrorist
attack that could have become a catastrophic tragedy. By challenging suspicious behaviour, isolating the individual, and contacting the police
without delay, they demonstrated courage, responsibility, and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding the community. Their actions
undoubtedly protected lives.

Rochdale Council of Mosques expresses grave concern over the removal of security officers from Mosques. Under the Government’s Protective Security for Mosques Scheme, £29.4 million was allocated to strengthen Mosque security. The withdrawal of licensed security staff was meant to be replaced by a roaming patrol service; however, despite applications being submitted over 12 months ago, Mosques are still awaiting confirmation. It is not the responsibility of Mosque volunteers to confront or apprehend dangerous
offenders.

We acknowledge the response of Greater Manchester Police, however, this incident must be seen within the wider and deeply concerning rise in
Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hatred across the UK. Muslim communities continue to face vulnerability, hostility, and threats that seek to intimidate
and spread fear.

RCM urges all mosque attendees, particularly during Taraweeh and throughout the remainder of Ramadan, to remain vigilant. If you see anything
or anyone suspicious, report it immediately to mosque volunteers and contact the police.

Tahir Mahmood
Chair, Rochdale Council of Mosque
25th February 2026