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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region

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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region

@JewishMCR

The Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester & Region works with internal stakeholders, government, faith groups and media to represent our community

Greater Manchester, UK

jewishmanchester.org

Born January 1

Joined August 2014

Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Mar 25, 2024
We have been made aware that survivors of the 7th October terrorist attack on the Re’Im Music Festival were discriminated against by @UKBorder when arriving @manairport. We have requested an urgent investigation is commenced and assurances are received to ensure passengers with
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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Jul 1, 2024
Rabbi Saunders is a much respected communal figure and we unequivocally condemn his treatment in this video. It is unquestionably antisemitic and we expect action to be taken. The incident occurred following an invitation by the Mosque to meet their congregants. As an
NW Friends of Israel
@NorthWestFOI
Jun 30, 2024
"You are a snake" WATCH the threatening way Rabbi Arnie Saunders was treated when he was invited to the Bilal Mosque in Prestwich, Manchester in his role as the Conservative candidate for Bury South by the mosque elders. That he was allowed to be abused, intimidated and have his
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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Mar 21, 2024
Following a very serious allegation of mistreatment of a Jewish patient at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital by nurses wearing "Free Palestine" badges we have today written to the CEO's of @RMCHosp - @Stephen44533640 and @MFTnhs - @MCubbonNHS to voice our grave concern
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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Mar 24, 2022
Our Chief Executive was delighted to be invited to the North West Labour Gala Dinner this evening. He had the pleasure of speaking with @UKLabour Leader, Sir Keir Starmer.
Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Jan 21, 2024
Thank you to the 6,500 who marched in Manchester and sent a clear message that we are proud British Jews who will not tolerate antisemitism. Amazing to have been joined by hundreds of people from all faiths and none who came to stand in solidarity with the Jewish community
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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Aug 18, 2024
Further to our correspondence asking for dialogue with @reginalddhunter, it is regrettable he has instead chosen to amplify the voices of those espousing anti Jewish racism. Due to his views, we therefore believe it would be irresponsible for venues to host this individual and
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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Nov 23, 2021
The JRC is appalled by the headline in the MEN following the deadly terrorist attack in Jerusalem at the weekend. The framing of the headline and the subsequent article recklessly fails to reflect the tragic incident. We have written to the editor to request an urgent meeting.
Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Dec 18, 2022
We are extremely excited to be celebrating the first night of Hanukah in Central Manchester later today. 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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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Nov 24, 2021
This morning, our Chief Executive had a lengthy conversation with the Editor at the @MENnewsdesk . Following our correspondence and statement, the newspaper has publicly issued a full and unreserved apology which we accept. We look forward to working with the MEN in future.
Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Jun 2, 2022
Our statement following Pendle Borough Council’s decision to continue flying the Palestinian flag from their Town Hall.
Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Jun 10, 2024
“We have noted with concern that Barclays Banks, and supermarkets across the region have been targeted by Palestine Action over the course of the weekend. For months, we have seen British businesses attacked due to their extremely tenuous links with the State of Israel. This
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Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Jan 27, 2022
On #HolocaustMemorialDay our Chair, Mark Adlestone OBE DL had the honour of lighting a memorial candle to commemorate the six million Jewish people murdered during the Holocaust. Our thanks to Andy Burnham and the GMCA for holding a thought provoking commemoration.
Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Dec 3, 2017
Offer of help with transport on XMas Day to any Church or community group organising party or event. Please email [email protected]. @ManCathedral @DioManchester @CTBI @BishManchester @CAFOD - pass on to your Churches and groups.
Jewish Representative Council of GM & Region
@JewishMCR
Sep 14, 2018
We all need to stand together and say we will not tolerate racism in our society. Hope to see as many of you there as possible on Sunday. Do not sit at home whilst others are challenging racism.