Marriage between close relatives such as first cousins is rare in some communities, while being commonplace in others. What are the real risks faced by cousins who marry of having a child which is affected by a serious, possibly life-threatening, genetic condition? What help is available to cousins who are…
This morning, Britons awoke to the shocking news that gunmen had opened fire on Muslim worshippers at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, a country widely regarded as one of the safest countries on Earth. At the time of writing, the death toll stands at 49. Our prayers go out…
Every year, the CMF produces an annual report to collate its activities during the year. The 2017 report has been delayed due to time pressures. You can download the Conservative Muslim Forum Annual Report 2017 as a PDF document, or read it below. Introduction from our President As President of…
The Israel / Palestine dispute is something of great concern to many British citizens. Accordingly, CMF Executive Member and Chair of CMF Youth Cllr Hashim Bhatti organised a CMF Executive delegation to Israel and the West Bank which was facilitated by Forward Thinking. The CMF travellers were: Cllr Hashim Bhatti…
Since the 1940s, Britain has changed from being a society that was primarily mono-ethnic and mono-religious into one of the most diverse countries in western Europe. Britain today is a country which values citizens of all kinds of backgrounds, and a country where ethnic and religious minorities are increasingly represented…
This year we moved our annual Eid reception to the prestigious Cinnamon Club which is in the Old Westminster Library, Great Smith St, Westminster. We had a capacity attendance of over 70, who heard a glittering array of speakers who are listed below in alphabetical order: Baroness Nicholson of Winterbourne, Bob…
From time to time, members of the Conservative Muslim Forum write relevant articles elsewhere, and permit us to reproduce them on our website. Each such article represents the personal view of the writer, and should not be taken as representing CMF policy. The article below was first published in on…
From time to time, members of the Conservative Muslim Forum write relevant articles elsewhere, and permit us to reproduce them on our website. Each such article represents the personal view of the writer, and should not be taken as representing CMF policy. The article below was first published in the…
The proposed ban on non-stunned halal meat will restrict religious freedom, and risks harming the health of Muslim pupils. It will also alienate Muslim voters from the Conservative Party, not just in Lancashire but elsewhere. Our Prime Minister Theresa May often speaks about the shared values of our society. For…
National media coverage is obviously devoted to major political stories at Westminster. However political parties need grass roots presence to recruit members and supporters. Local events are also essential for keeping teams cohesive and motivated. On Sunday 8 July 2018, CMF Executive Secretary Shaheen Thantrey did her bit for the…