Recently, the Board of Deputies of British Jews has been in the news due to its response to incidents of antisemitism in the UK following the Hamas attacks. The organization has been vocal about the surge in antisemitic incidents, including physical assaults, threats, and abuse targeting Jewish individuals. Additionally, the Board of Deputies has been involved in discussions regarding the behavior of a policeman who prevented an activist wearing a kippa from entering a pro-Palestinian march, leading to concerns about religious discrimination.
Established in 1760 by a group of Sephardic Jews, the Board of Deputies of British Jews is the largest and oldest Jewish communal organization in the United Kingdom. It serves as a forum for the Jewish community to address issues and concerns, advocate for Jewish interests, and engage with the government and wider society. The Board of Deputies aims to promote understanding and cooperation between different communities while also working to combat antisemitism and support Jewish rights and welfare in the UK.