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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

We were privileged to hear Stephen Johnson speak about his remarkable journey of over 2000 kilometres and 2.6 million steps walked across Europe. His walk raised £100,000 in support of The Friendship Circle Manchester and Grief Encounter. Stephen was in conversation with Daniel Berke, offering thoughtful insight into leadership, determination,...

Phil Rosenberg, President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews addressed the community about the work of the Board of Deputies and its current priorities, follows by an interview with Rabbi Danny Bergson and a Q&A with the audience. The audience included members of St Anne’s Hebrew Congregation, Blackpool...

Last week, Marc Levy visited the Israel Embassy in London to meet with representatives and focus on the ongoing challenges affecting our community. Particular emphasis was placed on strengthening collaboration over the coming year to address threats and enhance resilience. We also paid our respects to former Charge D’Affaires and...