British Jews
Coverage of British Jews in the Nexus archive.
- Met sets up specialist unit as antisemitic hate crimes in London hit two-year high
The Metropolitan police are deploying 100 extra officers to protect Jewish communities in London due to a rise in antisemitic hate crimes, which hit a two-year high in April. A community protection team will be set up to provide more consistent protection. This team will combine neighbourhood policing with counter-terrorism capabilities.
- British Jews blast Starmer for failing to react to 'hate march emergency' in wake of Golders Green attack
British Jews have criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for not addressing a 'hate march emergency' following a violent attack in Golders Green, a London neighborhood with a significant Jewish population. The incident has sparked concerns over rising antisemitism and government inaction.
- Golders Green stabbing victim blames the Government for failing to protect British Jews and says 'words are not enough'
A Golders Green stabbing victim has criticized the Government for failing to protect British Jews, asserting that 'words are not enough' to address the issue.
- British Jews feel ‘under siege’ and worry about kids wearing religious symbols in public
British Jews report feeling 'under siege' due to rising antisemitism since the 7 October attacks, with recent arson incidents targeting Jewish sites in London, including synagogues and a charity building. Four Jewish community ambulances were also set on fire in north London on 23 March.