Mosque Expansion in Weston-super-Mare Approved Despite Racist Opposition Friday, February 20, 2026 mosque weston-super-mare planning expansion community racism islamophobia localgovernment inclusion religion A proposal to expand the Weston Islamic Education Centre mosque in Weston-super-Mare has been unanimously approved by the North Somerset Council planning committee, even after facing a surge of racist objections. At a meeting … Read More
Homeowner’s Extension Sparks Objections Amid Mosque Rumours Monday, January 19, 2026 homeowners planning extensions weston-super-mare rumours religion construction approval objections localcouncil A planning application to expand a home in Weston-super-Mare was met with numerous objections after rumours circulated that the homeowner was “secretly building a mosque.” Ritesh Raj addressed North Somerset Council’s … Read More
Homeowner Faces Objections Over Rumor of 'Secret Mosque' During Home Extension Plans Monday, January 19, 2026 planning objections rumours mosque extension weston-super-mare misinformation religion council construction Ritesh Raj’s proposal to expand his bungalow at 101 Ebdon Road, Weston-super-Mare, was met with numerous objections fueled by unfounded rumors that he was “secretly building a mosque.” The planned development, which involved … Read More