British Jewry

British police arrest two over attempted arson attack on north London synagogue

A 17-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were taken into custody overnight in connection with the incident, which occurred early on Sunday morning, the police said.

Metropolitan Police officers stand on duty as fans of US mega-star Taylor Swift, so-called "Swifties", as arrive at Wembley Stadium in London on August 15, 2024, ahead of the first of five concerts she is playing at the stadium.
Suspended British Green Party anti-Zionist Jewish activist Tony Greenstein.

Anti-Zionist Jewish activist Tony Greenstein tells 'Post' he will fight Green Party suspension

People gather outside London's High Court in London, Britain, July 30, 2025.

Antisemitism in UK schools hit all-times high over last three years, investigation reveals

A bird's eye view of the ancient Roman city of Bath, England.

Bath, UK mayor resigns after amplifying idea that Jewish ambulance arson was ‘false flag' attack


ACUM awards music and literature prizes

The ACUM Board of Directors Prize went to Rafi Kadishzon for his lifelong contribution to Israeli music as a composer, arranger, performer, and educator.

 Israeli Musical artist Dori Ben-Ze'ev at the Israel Artists Association lifetime achievement awards ceremony, held at the culture center in Petach Tikva on November 22, 2022.

The history of Jew-hatred is repeating across the UK - editorial

Many Jews in Britain have professed their fear of the future. Many have decided that enough is enough and that the time has now come to move to Israel, or other, safer pastures for Jews.

 Bobby Vylan of Bob Vylan performs during day four of Glastonbury festival 2025 at Worthy Farm, Glastonbury, with a Palestinian flag hanging on stage, June 28, 2025.

Chikli: British Jews should leave UK if Labour remains in power - report

Amichai Chikli referred to the UK's current government as one of the most hostile towards Israel that we have ever known, the Daily Mail wrote.

 Diaspora Affairs and Combatting Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli (R) and British Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer (L); illustration.

World’s largest Jewish communities warn of rising global antisemitism - report

According to a J7 report, Australia recorded a 317% increase in antisemitic incidents in 2024. In Germany, there were over 38 antisemitic incidents for every 1,000 Jewish residents.

 A person holds a placard during a demonstration against antisemitism, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Brussels, Belgium December 10, 2023.

Major UK Jewish group suspends one of its officers for letter condemning Gaza war

The Board of Deputies of British Jews suspends vice chair of its international division, Harriett Goldenberg, among others, and disciplines members over a letter condemning Israel's actions in Gaza.

The Palace of Westminster, the home of the UK houses of parliament in London, is lit up in the colors of Israel's flag for victims and hostages of Hamas attacks, October 9, 2023.

'Deliberately antagonistic': Jewish community condemns Essex pro-Palestine march during Passover

The 'Essex March for Palestine' passed through the streets of Westcliff, near Southend, chanting “stop killing children” while Jewish families walked home from synagogue after Shabbat.

 Essex March for Palestine, 19 April 2025

Dozens of members of UK’s largest Jewish group sign letter condemning war in Gaza

The letter directly criticizes the resumption of the war in Gaza and warns that the “extremism” in the Israeli government threatens its democracy.

 A pro-Palestinian demonstration passes in front of one held by supporters of Israel in London, Britain November 30, 2024.

64% of Jews experienced antisemitism in workplace since October 7 - UK survey

One respondent related that three days after the Hamas-led pogrom in Israel, a receptionist had told them, “I don’t feel sorry for you Jews, you kill Muslim babies at Passover.”

 A pro-Palestinian demonstration passes in front of one held by supporters of Israel in London, Britain November 30, 2024.

UK gov't adviser: BBC refused antisemitism training on multiple occasions

Lord Mann said he visited the BBC's leadership on three occasions after assuming the role in 2019, and that each time, they had refused the offers of antisemitism training.

 BBC New Broadcasting House in London.

Down with the avocados: UK pro-Palestine group boycotts Israeli produce

Products that are particularly being targeted are avocados, hummus, dates, and oranges, which are sometimes produced in Israel.

 Chorley for Palestine boycotts Waitrose avocados