The CORONA VIRUS (UK/South African/India variant is highly transmissible) it is in circulation, infection rates have significantly reduced due to the lockdown programme (Currently in Phase 2), and the UK nationwide vaccination programme.
However, Mosques and Islamic centres should not be complacent and let their guard down. They should maintain the very successfully run social distance programme undertaken by many. If your Mosque or Islamic centre decides to allow I’tikaf (Form of worship which is allowed by UK Government regulations), it is advisable to conduct an enhanced risk assessment.
OBJECT: REVIEW THE POSSIBILITY OF ALLOWING I’TIKAF, WITH SAFE COVID RESTRICTIONS AND TO LIMIT THE POSSIBILITY OF INFECTION OF WORSHIPPERS, STAFF AND MANAGEMENT
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