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Friday, 22 May 2020

Plan to open mosque in Trocadero in London sparks objections

Foundation seeks to convert part of historic building into mosque and community centre

A plan to convert part of the famous Trocadero building in Piccadilly Circus in London into a mosque has sparked objections from people who say a place of worship in an area noted for its bars and nightlife is inappropriate.

The Aziz Foundation, a charity that offers educational grants and scholarships to Muslims, has applied to Westminster city council for permission to convert the basement and ground floor of the Trocadero into a place of worship and a community centre.

There is a lack of capacity for Muslims to pray in the West End

Related: London Central mosque given Grade II* listed status

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from Islam | The Guardian https://ift.tt/2AKXEB5

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