Limmud December 2022

Our Chief Executive, Marc Levy, joined Micah Gold from Mobilise and Carli Lessof of Jewish Policy Research for a fascinating panel discussion at Limmud. The focus was on the groundbreaking mapping work commissioned to enhance internal collaboration and create a future strategic vision for our community. We are looking forward...

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No 10 Chanukah Menorah Lighting

Greater Manchester was well represented at the Number 10 Chanukah menorah lighting. It was a privilege to join the Prime Minister, Chief Rabbi, Israel Ambassador, Parliamentarians and fellow communal members to celebrate the fourth night of Chanukah in Downing Street.

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Jewish Labour Movement Chanukah Party

Our Chief Executive was pleased to celebrate the third night of Chanukah at the Jewish Labour Movement’s Chanukah Party. It was fantastic to see the community joined by so many Parliamentarians wishing everyone a Happy Chanukah!

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Chanukah in Central Manchester

We were extremely excited to celebrate the first night of Chanukah in Central Manchester. It is a huge source of pride to our community that we get to light the Menorah next to iconic landmarks in our great City.

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Conservative Friends of Israel Lunch

It was fantastic to join the Prime Minister, Foreign Secretary and Israel Ambassador, alongside Parliamentarians and the Jewish community at the annual Conservative Friends of Israel Lunch. We were grateful for their warm words about the relationship with Israel and the Jewish community.

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Visit to No10 Downing Street

Our Chief Executive, Marc Levy joined Co-Chief Executive of the Jewish Leadership Council, Claudia Mendoza and Jonny Newton, Head of Governmental Affairs and External Relations of the Community Security Trust for a productive meeting with advisors at No 10. We look forward to continuing this essential dialogue on all issues...

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2022 Sherman Lecture

Rabba Dr Lindsey Taylor-Guthartz addressed over 100 people from across the globe at the 2022 Sherman Lecture, which was hosted by the Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester & Region, in partnership with the Centre for Jewish Studies at The Manchester University. Limmud initially had 80 participants and 30 presenters. ...

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150th Anniversary of Bowdon Shul

The JRC were out in force at the 150th anniversary celebrations of Bowdon Shul. A wonderful evening celebrating the history and vibrancy of the Shul community. Amazing to hear the thoughts of the Chief Rabbi and anecdotes of Robert Rinder. We wish the Shul all the best for the next...

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Greater Manchester Metro Mayor, Andy Burnham Visits Hatzola

We were delighted to arrange for the Greater Manchester Metro Mayor, Andy Burnham to visit Hatzola. The Jewish and wider community are extremely fortunate to be able to rely upon the team for their selfless dedication and commitment of their volunteers. Andy was impressed with the levels of professionalism and...

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The Holocaust Centre North

Our Chair and Chief Executive were delighted to be invited to the Holocaust Centre North in Huddersfield. We joined supporters from across the country in visiting the powerful exhibition detailing the horrors of the Holocaust. We also heard the Centre’s far reaching and ambitious future plans to educate people from...

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