The survey highlights the growing crisis of confidence within the Jewish population in the UK, as incidents of discrimination and violence have continued to rise.
According to the findings, 50% of British Jews have contemplated leaving the country in light of the increasing hostility, with only 34% believing Jews have a long-term future in the UK. In addition, a majority (58%) of respondents have reported hiding their religious identity to avoid discrimination. The statistics reveal a deep sense of insecurity within the Jewish community, driven by unchecked antisemitism.
One of the key concerns raised in the survey is the response of political and cultural institutions. A staggering 85% of respondents expressed disappointment with London Mayor Sadiq Khan, accusing him of failing to take concrete action to address pro-Hamas rallies and antisemitic vandalism in the city. The BBC’s coverage of Jewish-related matters was also heavily criticized, with 92% of those surveyed viewing it unfavorably.
A spokesperson from the CAA reflected on the findings, saying, “We need more arrests, prosecutions, serious sentences, and a ban on the anti-Israel marches. From politics to the BBC to universities, the Jewish community sees betrayal across our civil and cultural institutions.” The spokesperson added, “The cumulative result is that less than half of British Jews feel welcome in the UK. Antisemitism has become our nation’s great shame, and time is running out.”
In addition to the CAA survey, a parallel study by the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany revealed that 24% of British people believe Holocaust denial is prevalent in the UK today. Furthermore, 23% of respondents reported encountering Holocaust denial or distortion online, particularly on social media platforms like X, Facebook, and YouTube.
In response to these troubling findings, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged to intensify efforts to combat antisemitism. Ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day, Starmer shared his commitment on social media, writing, “I sat down with survivors to hear their extraordinary stories of courage. In their honour, I made a promise in the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Book of Commitment. A promise to fight the poison of antisemitism and hatred in all its forms.”
0 Comments