Antisemitism becoming ‘normalised’, Jewish leaders say after stabbings | News
Jewish community leaders have warned the government that antisemitic behavior has become “normalised” on the streets of London after two men were stabbed in a Jewish area of north London on Wednesday (April 29).
“We are allowing an atmosphere to prevail on our London streets that makes Jews feel that such behavior is normalised,” said Louise Jacobs, deputy chair of the Jewish Leadership Council. Independent.
45-year-old man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following attack in Golders Greensaid the Metropolitan Police.
Sir Keir Starmer said: “The anti-Semitic attack in Golders Green is absolutely appalling. Attacks on our Jewish community are attacks on Britain. Thank you to Shomrim, Hatzola and the police for acting quickly. Those responsible will be brought to justice.”
Ms Jacobs said the community was “grateful” the government was giving more money to build walls at synagogues and schools, but warned it was “sticking plaster” to a much bigger problem.
