British Jewry
CEO of the Board of Deputies of British Jewry discusses antisemitism
Britain has officially declared an antisemitism emergency. Michael Wegier, CEO of the Board of Deputies of British Jewry, discusses the urgent situation.
Palestine Action’s online map and manual publicly targets Israeli civilians
Antisemitism a 'major problem' in UK, majority of British people say following London stabbing
British Jews, allies hold 20,000-strong protest against antisemitism in London
My war years: A British Jew remembers living during World War II - opinion
No one had the slightest premonition that within less than a year, Hitler’s forces would have conquered three-quarters of Europe, including France, and that Britain faced the risk of invasion.
London Jewish community receives new bus line to protect it from antisemitic harassment
The number of antisemitic hate crime incidents in the city increased by 278.9% - with 2,068 offenses recorded in the 12 months to July, compared to the previous year.
BBC executive dismisses letter from Jewish staff highlighting systemic antisemitism at network
The letter provided examples of inaccuracy and bias in the BBC’s coverage of the war in Gaza and provided testimony from Jewish employees.
Who'd have thought Jews would fear the far Left more than the Right? - opinion
Previously, Jews were sensitive to any whiff of right-wing xenophobia, even against other groups. But today, these communities have greater fear of hostility from surging Muslim communities.
As Europe becomes Islamized, Jews should jump ship and move to Israel - opinion
The changing face of Europe leaves the Jews of Europe with no way out; they have but one insurance policy: Israel’s Law of Return.
British Jewry mourns talented musician Jake Marlowe, killed by Hamas on Oct.7
Jake Marlowe, a talented musician, was killed by Hamas terrorists while he worked security at the Supernova music festival.
British Jewry congratulates Starmer on Labour election victory
British Jewish organizations thanked Rishi Sunak for the work he had done during his time at No.10 and congratulated Keir Starmer on his new role as prime minister
UK Jews favor Labour in 2024 election more than general population - poll
The rise in Jewish support for Labour, according to JPR, corresponded with a decline in support for the Conservative Party's internal turmoil.
Inheritance tax changes may trap UK olim
Olim from the UK frequently assume that by making aliyah, their liability to British estate taxes disappear. Unfortunately, this is far from true.
National Library receives personal archives of late UK Chief Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
The archive was acquired with support from the Rothschild Foundation Hanadiv Europe. Once the files are cataloged, the library intends to provide extensive access to researchers.
