A mosque in South Manchester has strongly denied accusations linked to a recent job post, originally listed on the UK government's employment site. The Didsbury Mosque said the claims were rooted in misinformation and aimed at stirring division, especially among right-wing circles.

The job advert in question, titled "Shariah Law Administrator," was posted for the Manchester Shariah Council through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) portal. It offered a £23,500 salary for administrative and secretarial support. However, it sparked outrage from political figures who argued it promoted a parallel legal system.

Among the critics were Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and independent MP Rupert Lowe, both of whom condemned the advert publicly on social media. They questioned why such a role appeared on a government platform and suggested it threatened British legal values.

In its official statement, Didsbury Mosque clarified that the role was purely internal and funded by the mosque itself, not the government. The mosque, registered as an independent charity, said the job was for administrative duties within its religious services.

Leaders at the mosque also emphasized that all their practices operate within UK law. They described the outrage as an attempt to create hostility through ignorance or political motivation. The mosque stressed that it does not support or implement any system that conflicts with British law.

They concluded by reaffirming that the advert was open to all and aimed to support local employment without violating any legal or ethical standards.

Source: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/mosque-hits-back-against-misinformation-32154411