International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance

A Methodist preacher is challenging the UK government's use of the IHRA antisemitism definition after being removed from a charity trusteeship over a Facebook post calling Israel an apartheid state. The preacher argues the definition is misused to suppress criticism of Israeli policies, violating her rights to free expression and association.

The British Medical Association (BMA) rejected the use of the IHRA definition of antisemitism in the NHS, allowing doctors to criticize Israel's actions in Palestine without fear of disciplinary action. The BMA cited concerns about the definition suppressing legitimate political speech and the right to challenge human rights violations, particularly in the context of the Middle East conflict's impact on healthcare workers and facilities.

The British Medical Association (BMA) voted to reject the use of the IHRA definition of antisemitism within the NHS, citing concerns it suppresses legitimate criticism of Israel's actions in Palestine. Doctors reported facing investigations for publicly condemning Israel's policies, prompting the BMA to advocate for protections against disciplinary actions tied to political speech.

The British Medical Association (BMA) has voted to reject the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, citing its 'chilling effect' on workplace free speech. The BMA called for protections and guidance for healthcare workers facing disciplinary action for expressing political views on international conflicts, including Palestine and Israel.

The British Medical Association (BMA) voted to drop the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, citing free speech concerns. The decision follows reports of NHS workers being reprimanded for expressing support for Palestine, with the BMA urging protections for staff discussing international conflicts.

Australia’s health watchdog, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, has adopted the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism for regulatory work. The move is supported by the nation’s peak Jewish body but criticized by the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network, which warns it may silence health professionals from addressing Israel’s human rights record.

New Yorkers organized by #EndJewHatred delivered a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul demanding the removal of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, alleging he is too soft on antisemitism. The letter claims Mamdani dismantled citywide antisemitism protections established by former Mayor Eric Adams and failed to address rising hate crimes against Jewish communities.

The ABC has chosen not to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism, instead using its internal editorial guidance on hate speech. The decision aims to maintain the ABC's independence. The IHRA definition was to be applied by the Bondi royal commission.