Shariah Governed. Scholar Led. Fully Accountable.

We take the responsibility of Zakat collection and distribution seriously.

We ensure every pound is calculated, governed, and distributed in line with Islamic principles, with full accountability to the communities we serve.

What the Shariah Panel Does

The NZF Shariah Panel provides independent oversight to ensure Zakat is managed and distributed in line with Islamic principles.

The panel:

Sets and reviews Zakat policies and guidance
Advises on eligibility, distribution, and emerging Zakat issues
Reviews new programmes and services before they are launched
Ensures decisions are consistent with scholarly guidance and best practice

By combining classical scholarship with an understanding of the UK context, the panel helps ensure Zakat is handled with care, integrity, and confidence at every stage.

How Shariah governance works at NZF

Step 1

Scholarly guidance

Policies and frameworks are developed with direct input from qualified scholars.

Step 2

Practical application 

Guidance is applied to real-life UK contexts, ensuring Zakat responds to genuine need.

Step 3

Ongoing review 

Practices are regularly reviewed to reflect new challenges and questions.

Step 4

Accountability 

Decisions are documented, reviewed, and transparently reported.

Meet the Panel Team

Sheikh Dr Sajid Umar

Sheikh Dr Sajid Umar is a qualified Mufti and Judge with a PhD in Comparative Islamic Law and Judiciary. He has extensive experience in Islamic jurisprudence, finance, and governance, and is widely respected for applying classical scholarship to contemporary challenges.

Mufti Abdur Rahman ibn Yusuf Mangera

Mufti Abdur Rahman ibn Yusuf Mangera is a British Islamic scholar, author, and educator. A graduate of Darul Uloom Bury and Darul Uloom Zakariyya, with a PhD from SOAS, he is internationally recognised for his scholarship in Hanafi fiqh, hadith, and Islamic studies.

Mufti Muhammed Zubair Butt

Mufti Muhammed Zubair Butt is an Islamic scholar with a strong focus on contemporary ethical and medical issues. He is involved in teaching, research, and scholarly guidance, bridging classical Islamic law with modern-day ethical questions.

Mufti Amjad Mohammed

Mufti Amjad Mohammed is a scholar of Islamic jurisprudence specialising in Islamic law, finance, and governance, serving as Chief Shariah Officer to multiple institutions. A jurist at Markaz al-Ifta wal-Qaḍa and Chair of Wifaq ul Ulama, he provides guidance on complex legal and community matters, alongside a background in the natural sciences and patented industrial innovation.

Independent. Accountable. Transparent.

Our Shariah Panel operates independently, providing objective oversight and holding NZF to the highest standards of governance.

This independence ensures trust for givers, recipients, and the wider Muslim community.

Have Questions? Our Team Is Here to Help

If you have questions about Zakat, governance, or our decision-making process, our team is here to support you.

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