Meeting with the Leader of Bury Council

We had an excellent meeting with the Leader of Bury council which focused on the future plans of the JRC. We are fortunate to have a fantastic relationship with Cllr Eamonn O’Brien and his team and are grateful for the support give by the Council to the JRC and our...

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Antisemitic Film ‘Oh Jeremy Corbyn: The Big Lie’ Shown in Morecambe

We are disappointed that the Morecambe Fringe have decided to show a film which promotes antisemitic conspiracy theories.  This undoubtedly has the potential to incite against Jewish people across the region. This is despite venues across the country taking decisive action to recognise the issues and decline hosting the film....

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Leeds Jewish Community and JRC Summit

The JLC organised a Summit in Leeds between the Leeds Jewish Community and the Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester & Region.  It was a fantastic opportunity to discuss strategic plans, future collaboration and advance the work undertaken across the North on behalf of our communities. Thank you to Leeds...

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Remembering Srebrenica

Our Chair, Mark Adlestone OBE DL attended Manchester Cathedral and read the multifaith prayer at a ceremony to commemorate Srebrenica Memorial Day. Thank you for once again choreographing a poignant and moving commemoration to remember those murdered during the Srebrenica Genocide.

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Meeting with Mary Robinson MP

  Our Chief Executive and Vice Chair had an excellent catch-up meeting with Mary Robinson MP. We thanked Mary for her long-standing support to the community in her Cheadle constituency and across the country.  We also focused on current local and national issues of importance.

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Chief Rabbi Community Visit

The JRC and wider community regularly refernce how blessed we are to house incredible organisations. It was therefore a pleasure to join the Chief Rabbi for his visits to Aim Habonim and The Fed, whilst also attending The Friendship Circle Manchester Speaking Out Forum. Our first visit was to Aim...

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