British Jewry

Jewish actor reportedly offered the role of the next James Bond

The iconic superspy who has become a fixture on the big screens may soon be played by a Jewish actor with significant acting chops.

Since start of Gaza war: A 40% increase in new immigrants from Britain to Israel

An Aliyah Fair in London saw hundreds from the British Jewish community attend, with notable speakers giving attendees a glimpse at what their lives in Israel could look like.

UK unveils new extremism definition amid rise in hate crimes against Jews, Muslims

Groups identified as extremist, following a "robust" assessment over the next few weeks, will not be subject to any action under criminal laws and will still be permitted to hold demonstrations.

By REUTERS
14/03/2024
British MP George Galloway prepares to speak to the Islamic Action Front supporters in Amman

With Labour in his sights, left-winger Galloway wins in English town

It will be the first time Galloway's left-wing Workers Party of Britain has been represented in parliament.

By REUTERS
01/03/2024
 Amy Winehouse statue seen in Camden Lock, London, England, UK

Pro-Palestinian sticker placed over Amy Winehouse statue’s Star of David

Winehouse, an English singer, died of alcohol poisoning in 2011 at the age of 27. A bronze statue of her was erected at Camden Market in 2014.

 The defaced birth certificate

UK orders urgent investigation after Jewish birth certificate defaced

Cleverly responded to the allegations on X saying "I have asked my officials to investigate this urgently and will see that appropriate action is taken." 

Leeds University says will take action on antisemitism after numerous incidences

The report comes after the Hillel House was defaced and recent news that a professor at the university leaked the address of the Jewish center.

Holocaust education program postponed at three UK schools due to ‘community tensions’ - report

The Anne Frank Trust helps primary and secondary schools across the UK with holocaust education, primarily through Anne Frank's diary.

Israel-Hamas War: The differences in being a Jew in Israel and the UK

Israel is a small country where everyone knows someone who has suffered a loss during this painful war. It is a war that, today more than ever, we are fighting not only for Israelis but for all Jews.

Nearly half of British Jews considered leaving UK due to antisemitism - poll

Four of five respondents said they considered themselves to be a Zionist. Over half of respondents, 57%, strongly agreed with the statement. 

18/12/2023
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