Overview
- The NHS Muslim Network, supported by public funds, encouraged staff to fast for Ramadan to promote allyship with Muslim colleagues.
- A guide produced by the network advised staff that converting to Islam would be the 'best decision you ever make.'
- The Department of Health and Social Care confirmed the network received at least £2,655 in public funding during 2022/23.
- The network is now under new leadership, which claims it was unaware of the conversion guidance and is reviewing all materials.
- NHS England defended the Ramadan fasting challenge as a reasonable inclusion measure to support its diverse workforce.