Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party, in his Ramadan message to Muslims said:
To everyone welcoming in the month of Ramadan here in the UK and across the world, Ramadan Mubarak.
Ramadan has always brought together our common values of compassion, charity and service to others. And it comes at time when we need it more than ever.
While this is a joyous occasion for Muslims as families come together to fast, I know this year will also be incredibly difficult time, as we continue the battle against the coronavirus. Unlike other years, Muslims will not be able to break fast with extended family or friends, while we continue to maintain social distancing measures to keep us safe. And, many will be saddened by the fact they cannot attend the congregational night prayers at their local mosques.
I pay tribute to our Muslim doctors, nurses and carers on the frontline, who are working around the clock to save as many lives as possible. I pay tribute to the key workers who have become our everyday heroes, keeping us going at this vital time. And to all the Muslim community organisations and charities that have stepped up in these challenging times. Let’s take a moment to celebrate everyone that is working to keep us safe during this time.
Once again, on behalf of the Labour Party and my fellow MPs, I wish everyone a blessed and peaceful Ramadan.
Ramadan Mubarak.
-Press realise
