Health, Safety & Advice
Corona Virus (MERS-COV) – Health Guidelines 2014
What is Novel Coronavirus? Middle East Respiratory Syndrome – Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) Coronaviruses constitute a big family including viruses that can cause colds, and in some cases can cause severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Most cases of infection with this virus are simple. However, Coronavirus, which has recently appeared, is considered
EVENT: "How to Perform Umrah" Practical Guide + Powerpoint Presentation
How To Perform Umrah Step by Step Powerpoint Presentation on Performing Umrah & Visiting Madinah al-Munawarrah delivered by Maulana Abdul Khabir Nawaz (Prominent speaker at Hajj programmes in the UK and abroad for over a decade) Date: Saturday 5th April 2014 Time: 6pm – 8pm Venue: BCOM 1 Vicarage Street Bolton
Ministry of Hajj Rules for Umrah 2014
Changes to the Ministry of Hajj Rules for Umrah 2014 The Council of British Hajjis | www.cbhuk.org London Tuesday 4th March, 2014 From 30th May 2014 Umrah visas will be valid for 15 days from date of issue. The notice has been sent from the Saudi Embassy in London to
National Hajj fraud campaign launches 2013
The City of London Police has this week launched a national campaign to raise awareness of the threat posed to Muslims by Hajj fraud and to encourage victims to report to Action Fraud. Every year up to 25,000 British Muslims make the pilgrimage to Mecca for Hajj – taking place
British Hajj Delegation 2013 – FREE Support & Medical Aid for Pilgrims
FREE Support & Medical Aid for Pilgrims The British Hajj Delegation 2013 have arrived in Saudi Arabia and will be there to support you during Hajj. CONTACT The following numbers in Saudi Arabia will be active from 3rd October to 17th October 2013. Please, if possible, try and avoid
British Hajj Consular Team 2013
The British Foreign & Commonwealth Office will be on hand to offer help & support for British Nationals on Hajj. Hotel Address: Movenpick Hotel & Residences PO Box 17700 Makkah 21955 Hajar Tower Makkah Tel: 00966 (12) 57 17 171 Mobile: 00966 501 004 268 Team will be operational 6th
UK Muslims fall victim to Hajj fraud
Artcile by: Natasha Baker, Al Arabiya Published: Monday 30th September 2013 An estimated 20,000 British Muslims will travel to Saudi Arabia for Hajj in October, and UK authorities are concerned about the number of fraudulent packages on sale. The “Hajj Fraud Awareness Campaign,” a collaboration between the Council of
Advice on MERS-CoV for those going for Hajj in 2013
Approximately 20,000 people from the U.K. will travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Hajj in October 2013. Many more go for Umrah throughout the year. While most will travel and return safely, Hajj may increase the risk of certain health problems; the Hajj cough, for example, is well-known.
Hajj pilgrims warned over Mecca trip fraudsters
VIDEO Link on iPlayer Muslims going on pilgrimage to Mecca have been warned against bogus tour operators offering cheap trips. The Council of British Hajjis said a 20% cut in the number of pilgrims allowed by Saudi authorities could be exploited by unscrupulous firms. The Bolton-based charity said as a