Half of British Jews have considered leaving the UK following an alarming rise in anti-Semitism following the October 7 Hamas attack, according to a poll conducted by the Campaign Against Antisemitism.
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Nearly 70% of the kingdom's Jews said they were now less likely to publicly display their religious affiliation. One of the reasons for the high level of anxiety is the pro-Palestinian protests: 90% of respondents said they would refrain from going to the city if there was a large demonstration.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in London, last Saturday, Photo: Reuters
Just over 60% of British Jews reported having personally experienced an antisemitic incident since October 7. The survey also revealed a deep distrust of the fairness of law enforcement agencies: only 16% believe the police would treat an antisemitic hate crime like any other hate crime.
The poll was conducted following the huge rally against anti-Semitism held in London on Sunday, and is based on 3,744 responses. Gideon Falter, chief executive of The Campaign, told the Daily Mail, which published the survey: "Week after week, central London has become a closed area for Jews. We have witnessed mass crime, including glorification of terrorism, support for banned organizations such as Hamas, and incitement to racist or religious hatred against Jews. The sad truth is that Jews do not feel safe in our capital."
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