Prime Minister David Cameron has sent his warmest wishes to Muslim communities around the world as they celebrate the festival of Eid ul Adha.
In the PM’s message, he wished everyone a “very happy and peaceful Eid”.
The PM said:
On this festival of Eid ul Adha I send my warmest wishes to all Muslim communities throughout the United Kngdom.
Eid ul Adha, celebrated all over the world, is one of the most holy festivals in Islam and celebrates the culmination of Hajj.
As families and friends come together in celebration. I want to recognise the immense contribution that British Muslims, over many generations, have made to our country.
And to wish everyone a very happy and peaceful Eid.
Eid Mubarak.