JRC Meeting with Leaders of Stockport and Trafford Council

We are grateful to Cllr Mark Roberts, Leader of Stockport Council and Michael Cullen, Chief Executive, as well as Cllr Tom Ross, Leader of Trafford Council and Sara Todd, Chief Executive for taking the time to meet with JRC Chief Executive, Marc Levy. We had an important and constructive discussion...

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JRC Statement on Comments Made by Pep Guardiola

“We have repeatedly asked for prominent individuals to be mindful about the words they use given how Jewish people have had to endure attacks across the globe. Pep Guardiola is a football manager. Whilst his humanitarian reflections may be well-intentioned, he should focus on football. Manchester City is being let...

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Meetings with Key Stakeholders

JRC Chief Executive, Marc Levy had a busy day in London meeting key stakeholders. The day began with a visit to CST HQ, alongside the APPG on Terrorism, chaired by Rossendale and Darwen MP Andy MacNae, together with his parliamentary colleagues and officers. This was followed by a series of...

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HMD Commemoration at St Annes Hebrew Congregation

Over 200 attended this year’s HMD at St Anne’s Hebrew Congregation. Dignitaries included; the Chief Constable of Lancashire Constabulary, Sacha Hatchet; High Sheriff, Helen Broughton MBE DL; John Barnett MBE DL; faither leaders and Mayors from across the local towns, including Wyre, Fylde and Kirkham. Thank you to Ernie Hunter...

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Rabbinic Training Academy Visit

JRC Chief Executive, Marc Levy really enjoyed speaking with the Rabbinic Training Academy about the work of the JRC and reflecting on how we act strategically to deliver impact for the Jewish community. He shared how we engage at the highest levels of government to ensure our diverse community’s voice...

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Induction of Rabbi Rickman at Yeshurun Synagogue

JRC Chief Executive, Marc Levy attended Yeshurun Synagogue for the uplifting induction of Rabbi Rickman and the presentation of a new Torah scroll. Chair of Yeshurun Synagogue and JRC Management Board member, Andrea Cohen opened proceedings. The Chief Rabbi formally inducted Rabbi Rickman in front of Rabbonim from across Greater...

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Holocaust Memorial Day Trust Supporters Dinner

JRC Chair, Mark Adlestone OBE and Chief Executive, Marc Levy attended The Holocaust Memorial Day Trust Supporters Dinner held in Parliament. It was a particular honour to be in the presence of ten inspirational Holocaust survivors. Sincere thanks to Sir Sajid Javid, Chair of Holocaust Memorial Day and Joani Reid...

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The Anne Frank Trust UK Lunch

JRC Chief Executive, Marc Levy and Management Board member, Raphi bloom attended The Anne Frank Trust UK Lunch in London, alongside hundreds of attendees from across the community and beyond. The event was attended by Holocaust survivors and supporters, and was chaired by broadcaster, Emma Barnett. The keynote address was...

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Lancashire County Council Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration

We extend our sincere thanks to the Leader, Stephen Atkinson and the entire team at Lancashire County Council for hosting such a meaningful and dignified event. JRC Board Member and The Fed My Voice Director, Raphi Bloom presented Ike Alterman’s My Voice Life Story, alongside JRC colleague Rabbi Danny Bergson,...

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Manchester City Council HMD Commemoration

JRC Management Board members; Nigel Tobias, Andrea Cohen and Russell Conn were pleased to attend the Manchester City Council event commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day. The theme was ‘Bridging Generations’ which featured ‘An Audience with Tomi Komoly BEM, Holocaust Survivor’ who told his very moving and touching story about the unchecked...

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