GMCA Condemnation of the Terror Attack
We are grateful to the Leaders of all ten Greater Manchester boroughs along with the Metro Mayor, Andy Burnham and Police and Crime Commissioner, Kate Green for their swift and unequivocal condemnation of the appalling terrorist attack targeting our community on Yom Kippur. We have always held strong relationships with...
Aftermath of the Terrorist Attack at Heaton Park Synagogue
In the aftermath of the recent terrorist attack, the Jewish Representative council of Greater Manchester & Region has been working tirelessly to represent and support our community. Over the past 36 hours, we have engaged with the world’s media and spoken directly with senior politicians, including the Prime Minister, Deputy...
Press Conference Following the Attack at Heaton Park Synagogue
At this impossibly difficult time for our community, we have spent the day liaising with Government and speaking on the media. Yesterday evening, our Chair, Chief Executive and the Regional Director of CST joined the Home Secretary, Mayor of Greater Manchester, the Chief Constable, Police and Crime Commissioner, Chief Fire...
JRC Statement on the Terrorist Attack on Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester
Yesterday, on Yom Kippur – the holiest day of the Jewish year – our community’s worst fears came true when a terrorist attacked congregants as they entered the Heaton Park Synagogue on Middleton Road in Manchester. This horrendous attack is the culmination of two years of constant Jew hatred targeting...