Labour antisemitism

What Andy Burnham's rise means for UK's policy in Middle East, Israel and Gaza - explainer

Burnham appears likely to take a more openly critical line on Israel’s conduct in Gaza than Keir Starmer initially did, but his record points to a shift in tone and pressure, not a policy upheaval.

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Newly elected Makerfield MP and former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham arrives at Derby Gate by the Houses of Parliament, following Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer's announcement of the timeline for his resignation, in London, Britain, June 22, 2026.
Member of Parliament Abtisam Mohamed looks on on the day Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a ministerial statement on Hamas' October 7 attack anniversary and the Middle East at the House of Commons, in London, Britain, October 7, 2024.

British lawmakers press government for immediate ban on Israeli West Bank settlement imports

“If settlements are illegal, why have we not made an outright ban on trade? What exactly is it that we’re waiting for?” said Abtisam Mohamed, a Labour politician.

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An Ultra-Orthodox Jewish youngster walks past a wall displaying posters of hostages, most of whom were kidnapped during the deadly October 7 attack by Hamas, in Stamford Hill, London.

Britain pledges over 250 million pounds to protect Jewish communities after antisemitic attacks

The funding will deliver over 500 additional officers across England and Wales, boosting security in Jewish neighborhoods and around schools, synagogues and community centers, the government said.

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BDS marks its 20th anniversary.

UK Labour councils could face legal action unless they stop BDS activity

This comes after multiple local authorities voted not to work with firms that they deem to be “complicit in Israeli war crimes...or somehow benefit from activity in the West Bank."

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BBC reporter comes under fire for tweet saying 'Hitler was right'

BBC digital reporter Tala Halawa's 2014 antisemitic tweets were unearthed recently.

MAY 24, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A general view of the Broadcasting House at BBC headquarters in Central London in 2017.

British Labour Party suspends 14 members over alleged antisemitism

Spokespeople for Labour and the Conservatives said the suspensions were part of the policy of zero tolerance toward antisemitic rhetoric in their ranks.

MAY 1, 2021ByCNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA
Demonstrators take part in an antisemitism protest outside the Labour Party headquarters in central London, Britain April 8, 2018.

Twitter suspends Jewish account key to UK Labour defeat

The anonymous account suspended by Twitter, GnasherJew, was a leading source of allegations of Antisemitism against the UK Labour Party and its then-leader Jeremy Corbyn during the 2019 election.

APRIL 1, 2021ByMICHAEL STARR
Demonstrators take part in an antisemitism protest outside the Labour Party headquarters in central London, Britain April 8, 2018

UK Labour leader wishes Jews a happy Passover

He also thanked the Jewish community for the opportunity to repair ties after "the stain of antisemitism" on his party.

MARCH 27, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Keir Starmer leaves his London home after being elected the new Labour Party leader, April 4, 2020

BBC debate on whether Jews are an ethnic minority group sparks outrage

The broadcast of a debate over whether Jews should be considered an ethnic minority — a panel discussion featuring four non-Jewish panelists and a Jewish commenter as a guest, fed the flames.

MARCH 3, 2021ByCNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA
A general view of the Broadcasting House at BBC headquarters in Central London in 2017.

Attempt to release names of Labour antisemitism report leakers rejected

“There is therefore no certainty that the information sought will lead to the identification of the wrongdoer or wrongdoers.”

MARCH 2, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Demonstrators take part in an antisemitism protest outside the Labour Party headquarters in central London, Britain April 8, 2018

How Poland, Hungary, Russia & UK Labour Party use antisemitism in politics

On Russia, the report states that the country under President Vladimir Putin weaponized antisemitism by exaggerating its prevalence in Ukraine.

FEBRUARY 18, 2021ByCNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA
This 2017 billboard in Budapest was part of a Hungarian government campaign to “demonize George Soros,” the report said.

COVID conspiracies fuel antisemitic incidents in UK - report

Despite the decrease, the CST said it was still the third-highest number they had reported since the data was first collected in 1984.

FEBRUARY 11, 2021ByREUTERS
A statue of Winston Churchill in the UK. Can we learn from his desire for victory?

UK Jews feel welcome, optimistic after Corbyn's replacement - poll

The portion of British Jews who said they felt “unwelcome” in the United Kingdom fell from 53% last year to 18% in 2020.

JANUARY 18, 2021ByCNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA
Britain's opposition Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn reacts at a launch event for the Labour party's general election campaign in London, Britain October 31, 2019.

Ex-Labour head Jeremy Corbyn fights to overturn suspension

Corbyn to “unequivocally, unambiguously and without reservation” apologize for the comments he made, so far he has not.

JANUARY 14, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Britain's opposition Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn reacts at a launch event for the Labour party's general election campaign in London, Britain October 31, 2019.