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Tackling Antisemitism

14 May 2026

Proposing MP
Croydon North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses steps taken by the government t [1D [K to combat antisemitism following an increase in attacks against British Jew [3D [K Jews.

Action Requested

The government plans to fast-track legislation to in [2D [K introduce new proscription-like powers to clamp down on individuals and gro [3D [K groups carrying out hostile activities for foreign states. Additionally, me [2D [K measures include online safety initiatives, funding for education, and revi [4D [K reviews into hate crime laws and antisemitism in schools, colleges, and the [3D [K the health service.

Key Facts

  • The government published Protecting What Matters strategy [8D [K strategy in March.
  • £7 million is allocated to tackle antisemitism in edu [3D [K educational institutions.
  • Lord Macdonald’s review examines public order [K and hate crime legislation.
  • Sir David Bell’s review focuses on antisemit [9D [K antisemitism in schools and colleges.
  • Lord Mann’s review addresses racis [5D [K racism and antisemitism in the health service.
  • A summit was held on 5 Ma [2D [K May to tackle antisemitism across society.
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