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Message from the Foreign Secretary on Eid ul Fitr

On the occasion of Eid ul Fitr, Foreign Secretary William Hague said: “I am delighted to send my best wishes to Muslims in Britain and across the world as they mark the end of the month of Ramadan“.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Rt Hon William Hague
• Published: 29 August 2011

This was published under the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

“Eid ul Fitr celebrates the completion of a month of fasting, prayer, devotion and charitable giving. It is a fitting time to remember all those who are in need around the world, in particular those who are struggling to build a better future for their societies in the Middle East and North Africa.

“So to Muslims around the world on this very important day of celebration, I send my very best and wish you Eid Mubarak.”

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Published 29 August 2011