The United Kingdom has unveiled a £250 million security package aimed at strengthening the protection of Jewish communities across England and Wales following a surge in antisemitic attacks and growing security concerns.
The three-year funding programme, announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will support the deployment of more than 500 additional police officers in areas with significant Jewish populations. More than 300 officers will be stationed in London, while Greater Manchester and other regions with large Jewish communities will also receive additional security resources.
The package will also finance increased police patrols around synagogues, Jewish schools and community centres, alongside the expansion of specialist policing initiatives such as Project Servator, which focuses on deterring and detecting hostile activity. Authorities said part of the funding will also be directed towards educational programmes designed to combat antisemitism.
Starmer described the rise in antisemitism as a challenge to the country’s values, stressing that protecting Britain’s Jewish community remains a top priority for his government. Officials said the investment follows a series of violent incidents targeting Jewish institutions, including arson attacks, vandalism and other hate-related crimes in recent months.
Jewish community leaders welcomed the announcement, describing it as a significant step towards improving public safety and reassuring families who have faced heightened security threats. Police chiefs also praised the funding, saying it will strengthen efforts to prevent hate crimes, counter terrorism and ensure Jewish communities can live and worship without fear.
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