THE people in charge of Keighley’s biggest mosque say they have been “overwhelmed” by the public support offered in the wake of the massacres at two New Zealand mosques.

Following the murder of 50 worshippers at mosques in the city of Christchurch last Friday, (March 15) Keighley Muslim Association says it has received flowers, cards and letters from people voicing solidarity and sympathy.

Association community relations officer Mohammed Nazam said some of the items were posted to the Markazi Jamia Mosque, in Emily Street, while others had been hand delivered by well-wishers.

He said the support came from businesses as well as individuals. “This started coming in very soon after the attacks and continued through the weekend,” he added.

“It’s been a mixture of cards, letters and flowers, mostly from English members of the public who we don’t even know.

“We’re very touched that so many people have taken the time to write something or come to our mosque to share their feelings of sorrow. We feel quite overwhelmed.”

Mr Nazam said the mosque would open its doors to all communities this Sunday (March 24) for a minute’s silence between 1.30pm and 2pm. All are welcome to attend.