‘It makes me feel more British’: Muslims say religious diversity in the UK part of identity

Thousands of Muslims across the UK celebrated Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. The celebrations were overshadowed by political controversy after a shadow justice minister and Reform party leader criticized public Islamic prayers as "un-British" and an attempt to "dominate" British life. These comments, made in response to a Ramadan event in London's Trafalgar Square, have drawn criticism from politicians, legal experts, and community leaders, who warn of a shift in acceptable discourse around religion and identity. Some Muslims expressed feeling disturbed by the language used, stating that religious diversity strengthens, rather than weakens, their British identity. The government is working to combat prejudice and discrimination against Muslims amid a rise in hate crimes.

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