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UK Antisemitic Incidents Reach Record High in 2024

Nearly 2,000 incidents reported in first half of the year, with significant increases in assaults, threats, and property damage.

  • Community Security Trust recorded 1,978 antisemitic incidents from January to June 2024, more than doubling the previous year's figures.
  • Greater London saw the highest number of incidents, particularly in Barnet, followed by Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire.
  • Assaults increased by 41%, while damage to Jewish property rose by 246% compared to the same period in 2023.
  • University-related antisemitic incidents surged by 465%, highlighting growing concerns in educational settings.
  • Officials condemn the rise, emphasizing the need for stringent measures to combat antisemitism.
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