(BBC) Millions of Muslims around the world are currently observing Ramadan. But some mosques in the UK are not allowing women inside to pray. Some say it is time for change.
Almas barely has time for her religion. She is a single mother-of-three and is studying for a university degree. That’s why Ramadan — the holy month of fasting in Islam — means so much to her.
“I was looking forward to reading Taraweeh prayers on the weekends especially, when we have more time,” she says. “But when I spoke to my local mosque, they said ‘no elderly, no children and no women were allowed.'”
Almas is not alone. Several mosques across the UK have decided to close their women’s prayer space this month. Most say it is because of coronavirus restrictions.
