Mark Adlestone interviews Lisa Nandy

Mark Adlestone OBE DL in conversation with Lisa Nandy MP, Shadow Foreign Secretary. A joint event between the Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester and Region, and the Jewish Leadership Council.

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Appeal for Afghan refugees

How we can help refugees from Afghanistan British Jews share the world’s horror at the scenes unfolding in Afghanistan. Following our call to the UK Government to expand on its plans for the resettlement of Afghan refugees, many in our community are looking for ways to support those who have recently...

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A Man with his Finger on the Pulse

Marc Levy was interviewed for the FED magazine…. Marc Levy’s rolodex would make most journalist’s drool. With contact details for some of the most influential and powerful people in the country, he certainly isn’t short of people to call on when pressing issues arise. From wooing former Foreign Secretaries and...

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NHS North West Leadership Academy

Do you have the experience to re-shape the health and care landscape in England? Amazing opportunity to join the NHS as an Independent Chair for the Integrated Care Systems, roles across the UK and two based in the North West. https://www.england.nhs.uk/non-executive-opportunities/2021/07/27/independent-chairs-for-the-integrated-care-systems-for-england/ In the North West we are committed to promoting...

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Concerns discussed with GMP

    The Community Security Trust, Jewish Leadership Council and Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester & Region have all enjoyed an excellent, longstanding working relationship with Greater Manchester Police.  This has been solidified in recent years with the unwavering support of Baroness Beverley Hughes in her role as Police and...

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No room for prejudice and hatred in the City of Manchester

      Precedent has dictated that when there is conflict in the Middle East, the Jewish community in Manchester and across the country endures a surge in antisemitic incidents. The Jewish community has always had an excellent relationship with their neighbours across Manchester.  Throughout history, the community has played an...

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L’Chaim Foodbank

We met with Dubby Klyne to learn about the phenomenal work undertaken by the L’Chaim Foodbank. The organisation provides emergency food packages and fantastic quality clothing to individuals and families across Greater Manchester who are struggling financially.

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Hatzola Manchester

Salford Mayor writes…. “Great meeting Hatzola Manchester this morning along with John D Merry, Shar August & learning about the fantastic work they do within our Jewish community in Salford & especially the work they’ve been doing during the pandemic. Thanks to Marc Levy for organising this today.”

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Hate crimes will not be tolerated in Trafford

    Trafford is home to a thriving and diverse Jewish community who have always enjoyed an excellent relationship with friends and colleagues from wider society.  Unfortunately, over the previous few weeks, Jewish people and organisations been subjected to an increase in hate crime across the Borough due to reaction to...

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