Following a terror attack in Golders Green, the UK government announces increased funding to enhance security for Jewish communities.
The UK government has pledged £25 million to bolster security for Jewish communities after a terror attack in Golders Green, London, where two Jewish men were stabbed. This announcement was made on April 30, 2026. [source]
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood emphasized the government’s awareness of the fears within the Jewish community. The funding aims to increase police patrols and enhance protections around synagogues, schools, and community centers. [source]
Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis voiced concerns about the safety of visibly Jewish individuals in the UK following the attack, stating that the incident underscores the growing threat of antisemitism. [source]
"People in the UK who are visibly Jewish are no longer safe." – Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis
Sources
- https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live/2026/apr/30/golders-green-terror-incident-security-jewish-community-safety-latest-news — Details of the government funding announcement and reactions from officials.