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The Community Security Trust (CST), which advises on security issues for around 280,000 Jews in the UK, said more than half of the incidents recorded were related to the situation in Israel, Gaza, Hamas or the current conflict in the region.

“The rise in anti-Semitism in the UK is a shameful one, as these latest figures show clearly,” said CST chief executive Mark Gardner. “It occurs across all areas of society, including in schools, educational institutions, workplaces, public transport and on our streets.”

Between January and July, the CST recorded 1,978 anti-Semitic incidents, more than double the number reported during the same period last year. The agency also said there was a significant increase in online and school-related incidents.

In February, the CST said 2023 was the worst year for anti-Semitism in the UK since it began recording data.

Last year, the British government granted the organization an additional £3 million ($3.8 million) to help provide security at Jewish institutions.

“This report of a sharp rise in anti-Semitic hatred is truly appalling and we must never stop working to eradicate this hatred in all its forms,” said Home Secretary Yvette Cooper.

“There is no place for this vicious hatred in the UK and we are absolutely clear that those who spread this hatred – on the streets or online – will face the full force of the law,” added Minister Yvette Cooper.

Hong Hanh (according to Reuters)