National Jewish Assembly Raises UK-Israel Affairs in Letter to Rt Hon James Cleverly MP, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs
National Jewish Assembly Vice Chairman Steven Winston has written and submitted a formal letter to Rt Hon James Cleverly MP, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs raising key issues in contemporary UK-Israel relations. As a conduit for communicating the view of British Jewry to government and other decision-makers, the NJA understands the […]
NJA Condemns Union Boss Mick Whelan for Anti-Israel Hate at Labour Fringe Meeting
The National Jewish Assembly categorically denounces the blatant untruths peddled by Mick Whelan, General Secretary of ASLEF (Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen) during a fringe Labour conference event. During an event titled ‘Now is the time to speak up for Palestine’, Whelan described the Palestinian territories as the “biggest open prison in the […]
NJA Represented at European Jewish Association and European Jewish Community Centre Rosh Hashanah Reception in Brussels
The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) extends its congratulations to the European Jewish Association (EJA) and European Jewish Community Centre for the success of its annual Rosh Hashanah Reception. The EJA is the largest federation of Jewish organizations and communities across Europe. The EJA aims to strengthen Jewish identity and expand Jewish activities in Europe and […]
Major corporate sponsors withdraws support for Forest Green Rovers FC over club’s anti-Israel stance
The National Jewish Assembly applauds the principled action of ethical pet care company Hownd in terminating its corporate sponsorship of the Forest Green Rovers football club over the club’s anti-Israel stance. Forest Green Rovers owner Dale Vince persistently misappropriates his football club to spread anti-Israel hate and promulgate support for Palestinians. Jonathan Metliss, Chairman of […]
NJA welcomes Charity Commission investigation into City University Student Union and NUS suspension of president Shima Dallali amid antisemitism concerns
The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) welcomes the decision by the Charity Commission to open a probe into the City University Student Union relating to an attempt to drop the IHRA definition of antisemitism and to launch a BDS (boycott, divestment, sanctions) campaign against Israel. The NJA also commends the National Union of Student (NUS) for […]
Israeli Ambassador Hotovely extends heartfelt condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
The National Jewish Assembly extends its gratitude to Israeli Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Tzipi Hotovely, for her heartfelt condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. In a video released by the Embassy of Israel in London, Ambassador Hotovely assured the UK public that “Israel stands with you during this sad and […]
NJA hosts discussion with Adam Levick, co-editor for CAMERA UK (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis)
The National Jewish Assembly was delighted to host a hybrid in-person and online discussion on 14 September 2022 with guest speaker Adam Levick, Co-Editor for CAMERA UK (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis). Founded in 1982, CAMERA is committed to fostering rigorous reporting to challenge inaccurate and distorted accounts of events in […]
The passing of Her Majesty The Queen
The National Jewish Assembly mourns the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. A devoted Monarch who dedicated her life – “whether it be long or short” – to the service of others. She reigned for 70 glorious years, and served her country and commonwealth with consistency, dignity and stoicism. The very spirit of Great […]
Congratulations to Prime Minister Liz Truss
The National Jewish Assembly is delighted to congratulates Liz Truss on becoming leader of the Conservative Party and Prime Minister. Prime Minister Truss has demonstrated she is a strong supporter of Israel and the Jewish community in the UK, and we very much look forward to working with her on matters of enhancing our security […]
Free Speech does not include spreading lies and incitement
At a time when anti-Jewish hatred is rapidly rising across the world, we are disappointed that the free speech television news channel “GB News” invited Peter Imanuelsen onto the Neil Oliver Saturday night show on 27 August. In 2017 it was revealed by the anti-racism charity “Hope Not Hate” that Imanuelsen was responsible for a number […]