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Muslims at the University of Leicester are calling on people of all faiths to join them for a national one-day fast for charity.

Muslims, who are fasting between dawn and dusk during the month of Ramadan, are urging others to abstain from food tomorrow.

All money raised will go towards helping provide clean water, sanitation, healthcare in developing countries, employment opportunities and other charitable causes.

Human Appeal International, The Prince's Trust, Target 2015 and Cancer Research will all benefit from the day's fast.

Ismail Patel, acting president of the University of Leicester Islamic Society, said: "The initiative calls upon the British non-Muslim community to take part in a one-day fast in Ramadan, alongside Muslims, to raise money for those in need.

"People of many different faiths and backgrounds will be taking part to show that diverse communities can get together in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and for a good cause."