Religious leaders publish open letter backing UK Jews against antisemitism
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Updated · BBC.com · May 9
Religious leaders publish open letter backing UK Jews against antisemitism
6 articles · Updated · BBC.com · May 9
The appeal, organised by the Together Coalition and also signed by business, sport and media figures, follows attacks in Golders Green, Finchley, Kenton and Manchester.
It says antisemitism is "a problem for all of us to fix" and vows support after synagogue firebombings, ambulance arson and the stabbing of two Jewish men in north London.
Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis welcomed the letter, while Muslim signatory Julie Siddiqi said shared experiences of faith-based hatred should make British Jews and Muslims allies against extremism.
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Confronting Antisemitism in the UK: 2026 Surge, Community Responses, and the Path Forward
Overview
In May 2026, the UK responded to a disturbing rise in antisemitic attacks—including the stabbing of two men in Golders Green and an arson attack on a Jewish medical charity—by uniting in a powerful collective stand. This effort was marked by the publication of an open letter from the Together Coalition, emphasizing that antisemitism is a problem for all of society to address. The government pledged support for affected institutions, while community leaders and the public called for solidarity and action. These events highlighted the urgent need for both immediate security and long-term cultural change to combat hatred.