"A Muslim charity run that stopped women and girls over 12 from taking part is reviewing its policies after a backlash. Organised by the East London Mosque and the London Muslim Centre, it was only open to men, boys of all ages and girls under 12. While single-sex charity runs can be legally permissible, she said organisers could have taken practical steps such as different starting times or separate groups to accommodate women and girls without compromising religious beliefs."
"Communities Secretary Steve Reed added he was appalled, adding: We do not want a situation in this country where men are allowed to do things that women are then barred from. We cannot tolerate that. It said: We recognise that the organisers have committed to reviewing their policies and the format of the event in advance of the next Muslim Charity Run."
The East London Mosque and London Muslim Centre organised an annual Muslim Charity Run that allowed men, boys of all ages and girls under 12, excluding women and girls over 12. Organisers have committed to reviewing event policies and format ahead of the next run. Government ministers expressed concern, calling exclusion unacceptable and noting legal guidance under the Equality Act 2010. Officials highlighted that single-sex events can be lawful but practical measures like different start times or separate groups could accommodate women and girls without compromising religious beliefs. The event raises funds for youth projects, food banks, refugee support and international relief.
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