Police offer Ramadan reassurance to Muslim communities across Wolverhampton
Police in Wolverhampton have offered messages of reassurance and advice to Muslim communities to be safe across the Ramadan period.
Wolverhampton Police has offered a range of information to help people observe the holy Islamic month of fasting, communal prayer, reflection, and community to remain safe and to be able to enjoy the holiday period with families.
Officers have detailed what they will be doing during Ramadan to keep communities safe, including extra patrols, and provided a list of ways people can keep themselves safe during Ramadan, which began on Tuesday (February 17) and runs until March 19, including safe driving and looking out for each other.
A spokesman for Wolverhampton Police said: "Even if you're not celebrating Ramadan, we advise all of our community to take a quick look at this advice for safety around the holiday period.
"Ramadan Mubarak to everyone in Wolverhampton. As the holy month begins, we want to make sure it’s a safe, peaceful, and enjoyable time for all our residents.
"What we're doing in Wolverhampton includes extra patrols in busy areas, with our local teams out and about around mosques, community centres, and popular evening gathering spots. You’ll see more uniformed officers to reassure residents and deter any trouble.
"We’re in regular contact with local mosques, faith leaders, and community groups so we can respond quickly to any concerns and towards the end of Ramadan, especially on Chaand Raat and Eid, we’ll have extra officers in place to make sure everyone can celebrate safely and that roads stay clear."
"Ramadan is about reflection, kindness, and community spirit. We’re here to make sure everyone feels safe while they worship, gather, and celebrate.
"If you need us, our local teams are only a call or a friendly chat on the street away."
The force has offered this safety advice to people observing Ramadan:
Drive considerately – Traffic can be heavier just before and after Iftar. Please slow down, avoid parking illegally, and watch out for pedestrians crossing to and from mosques.
Look out for each other – If you see unsafe driving, anti-social behaviour, or anything that feels wrong, tell us. Call 101 for non-emergencies, or 999 in an emergency.
Be a good neighbour – Keep noise to a minimum late at night, and leave streets clean after gatherings.
Stay healthy – Drink plenty of water between Iftar and Suhoor, get enough rest, and if you have a health condition, check with your GP before fasting.
