Thursday 26 November 2009

Good wishes for Eid al-Adha

26 Nov 2009

David Miliband has sent his warmest regards to Muslims, both in the UK and all over the world, at this special time of year.
Hajj, Crown Copyright

Foreign Secretary David Miliband said that this time of year is an important time of reflection for Muslims all over the world.

David Miliband also said he was proud of the consular support the UK offered the thousands of British Muslims who take part in the Hajj every year.

He said:

'I am delighted to send my good wishes to Muslim communities in Britain and around the world for Eid al-Adha. 

Thousands of British Muslims have taken part in the Hajj. I am proud of the Consular support that we have offered them in Makkah.
 
This is an important moment of reflection for Muslims the world over, though the message of Eid, of sacrifice, of charity, and of concern for others, is universal.  
 
I send my warmest regards to you and your families on this important occasion.
 
Eid Mubarak.'

Further information

Consular support for Hajj pilgrims