- Sir Keir Starmer has warned that attempts by Iran or any other foreign state to destabilise British society through antisemitism will not be tolerated, with investigations underway into their potential involvement in recent attacks.
- Following a rise in antisemitic incidents, including a knife attack in Golders Green, the Director of Public Prosecutions has instructed prosecutors to fast-track hate crime cases.
- Sir Keir announced that new legislation would be introduced to tackle “malign threats” and ensure consequences for any foreign state found to be fomenting hatred.
- Jewish communities across England are set to receive an additional £1 million in government funding for safety work and projects countering antisemitism, building on £25 million announced previously.
- The Government has also ordered an independent audit of how antisemitism allegations are handled and pledged a 'zero tolerance' approach on university campuses and within the arts sector.
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