An operation will be in place to ensure the evening of Chaand Raat and Eid-Al-Fitr run safely
16:47, 17 Mar 2026Updated 16:48, 17 Mar 2026
A pre-planned partnership approach with Birmingham City Council, faith leaders, local businesses and volunteers was set up to reduce illegal market traders, anti-social behaviour and parking issues.
West Midlands Police will flood several main routes to ensure Muslims can celebrate Chaand Raat and Eid-Al-Fitr run safely.
Officers will be cracking down on illegal and dangerous driving, excessive noise and nuisance behaviour as the month of Ramadan comes to a close this week.
The police, joined by the Council’s Environmental Health, Trading Standards and parking teams, will be operating along Ladypool Road, Stratford Road and Alum Rock Road.
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In previous years, areas were plagued by anti-social behaviour, noise and nuisance caused by vehicles being driven recklessly, blaring music and using their car horns into the early hours throughout Eid.
Chand Raat is expected to fall on Thursday (March 19) and police stated they will not hesitate to seize problem cars.
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Chief Inspector Andy Moseley, Commander for Chaand Raat, said: “As ever, our clear focus is on keeping everyone as safe as possible, and we have a comprehensively planned operation running.
“We understand the key areas to focus on, and you can expect to see more officers present and ready to help should you need it.
“Those officers will be working alongside Council partners including trading standards, environmental health, and parking enforcement colleagues.
“We will be robust in our approach to dealing with problem vehicles – our dedicated Roads Policing Unit will be highly visible in the area as they target reckless drivers, and they do have the power to seize vehicles where necessary.”
Throughout Ramadan, council teams have been engaging with community leaders, businesses, volunteers, and residents to understand concerns and prepare coordinated support.
This work will continue as celebrations approach, with a focus on promoting safety, managing traffic and parking pressures, and tackling nuisance behaviour.
Councillor Jamie Scott, Cabinet Member for Social Justice, Community Safety and Equalities, said: “Eid is a cherished time for families across Birmingham, and we want people to feel safe, respected, and supported as they come together to celebrate.
“We’ve listened closely to residents and businesses during Ramadan, and we are acting on what matters most to them.
“Our officers will be working on the ground throughout the celebrations, in addressing issues such as parking, noise and nuisance behaviour, with the support of West Midlands Police.
“These celebrations bring so much joy and sense of community to our city, and we are committed to ensuring they can be enjoyed responsibly by everyone.”
