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Lorin Bell-Cross

Lorin Bell-Cross

Political Correspondent

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Extremism

Government extremism adviser expresses concern at ‘levels of criminality’ at Palestine protests

Lord Walney has rebuffed reports that he has been dismissed from his role

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Lord Walney, the government's adviser on political violence and disruption, speaking before the London Assembly's Police and Crime Committee. Credit: London Assembly
Zarah Sultana at an anti-Israel protest in 2023 (Abdullah Bailey/Alamy Live News)

Even on the anniversary of October 7, some MPs can’t let Jews grieve

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Labour Friends of Israel's parliamentary chair Jon Pearce MP. Credit: Parliament TV.

‘Work night and day’ to release hostages, MPs urge government on October 7 anniversary

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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, 2024 (Photo: Getty Images)

Government to spend £7 million to tackle antisemitism in education

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Parliament urges release of hostages on October 7 anniversary

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October 7, 2024 16:15
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer speaking in Parliament on the anniversary of October 7. Credit: Parliament TV.

Government doing ‘everything’ to secure Emily Damari’s release, Foreign Secretary tells local Jewish community

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October 7, 2024 14:10
Foreign Secretary David Lammy (left) in his Tottenham constituency with members of the Jewish community on the anniversary of October 7

Tory leadership candidate attacks Sky News presenter over ‘Hamas are terrorists’ hoodie

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October 2, 2024 12:39
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Conservative Party leadership candidate, Robert Jenrick speaks at a 'meet the leaders' event during the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham (Photo: Getty Images)

Since October 7 my constituents are hide their Stars of David, says Hertsmere MP

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October 2, 2024 12:34
Discussing anti-Jewish racism: (from left) Antisemitism Policy Trust chief executive Danny Stone , Sir Oliver Dowden MP, Baroness and broadcaster Ayesha Hazarika, CST director of policy Dr Dave Rich.

’Shana Tova’ to Jewish communities from Sir Keir Starmer

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October 2, 2024 11:18
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer waits to greet the Sultan of Oman at Number 10 Downing Street in London on August 6, 2024. Nearly a week of street riots across England have thrown up the first major crisis for Prime Minister Keir Starmer as he marks one month since his landslide election win. Starmer enjoyed a smooth start after sweeping into Downing Street on July 5, taking to the world stage for several summits. But the tumult of the past week has punctured hopes of a prolonged honeymoon for the 61-year-old leader. (Photo by BENJAMIN CREMEL / AFP) (Photo by BENJAMIN CREMEL/AFP via Getty Images)

British armed forces ‘played their part’ in defending Israel from Iran, Defence Secretary confirms

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October 2, 2024 08:28
TOPSHOT - This picture shows projectiles above Jerusalem, on October 1, 2024. Iran has launched a missile attack on Israel's commercial hub Tel Aviv, state media reported on October. (Photo by Menahem Kahana / AFP) (Photo by MENAHEM KAHANA/AFP via Getty Images)

Starmer condemns Iran’s attack on Israel ‘in the strongest terms’

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October 1, 2024 20:08
Sir Keir Starmer at 10 Downing (Photo by Henry Nicholls - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

October 7 changed face of UK politics

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October 1, 2024 16:20
A Palestinian flag flaps in the air by a message reading "Stop bombs" projected on The Elizabeth Tower, commonly known by the name of the clock's bell "Big Ben", at the Palace of Westminster, home to the Houses of Parliament, during a Pro-Palestinian demonstration in Parliament Square in London on February 21, 2024, on the sidelines of the Opposition Day motion in the the House of Commons calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS / AFP) (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Starmer hosts British families of hostages and calls for their immediate release ahead of October 7 anniversary

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October 1, 2024 08:31
30/09/2024. London, United Kingdom. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy meet with the families of hostages and the bereaved at a commemoration event in 10 Downing Street ahead of the first anniversary of the October 7th attacks. Picture by Lauren Hurley / No 10 Downing Street

I’d move British embassy to Jerusalem, says Robert Jenrick

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September 30, 2024 10:14
Conservative leadership candidate Robert Jenrick wearing a hoodie that says “Hamas are terrorists”. Credit: Conservative Friends of Israel

‘Step back from the brink’, Starmer urges Israel and Hezbollah at the UN

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September 27, 2024 11:16
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 26: UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer addresses world leaders at the UN General Assembly on September 26, 2024 in New York, New York. The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly addresses the urgent need for enhanced international cooperation to deal with pressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty and inequality while tackling the impacts of ongoing conflicts and global health crises. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Holocaust survivor tells ministers how she evaded the Nazi round-ups

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September 27, 2024 09:34
(L-R) Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson MP, Holocaust survivor Mala Tribich MBE, Holocaust Educational Trust Chief Executive KarenPollock CBE. Credit: Holocaust Education Trust
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