The Prime Minister Theresa May had told Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn that he “cannot ignore” what has been happening in his party. Labour have been dogged by a series of anti-Semitism scandals since Mr Corbyn’s election as leader in September last year.
The Prime Minister said: “Let me be clear: it is unacceptable that there is anti-Semitism in this country. It is even worse that incidents are reportedly on the rise. And it is disgusting that these twisted views are being found in British politics. Of course, I am talking mainly about the Labour Party and their hard-left allies.”
She added: “No matter what Labour say – or sing – they cannot ignore what has been happening in their party. Anti-Semitism should have no place in politics and no place in this country. And I am proud to lead a party that takes the firmest stand against it.”
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She said: “I couldn’t be clearer: the boycotts, divestment and sanctions movement is wrong, it is unacceptable and this party and this government will have no truck with those who subscribe to it. Our focus is the opposite – on taking our trading and investing relationship with Israel to the next level.”
She said: “When talking about global obligations, we must be honest with our friends, like Israel, because that is what true friendship is about. “That is why we have been clear about building new, illegal settlements: it is wrong; it is not conducive to peace; and it must stop.”
Karen Pollock, chief executive of the Holocaust Educational Trust said: “This definition will leave people in no doubt when a line has been crossed – a crucial step in the fight against antisemitism. As representatives for the UK to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance we are delighted this has been welcomed and adopted by Theresa May’s Government."
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a spokesperson for Mr Corbyn insisted the Labour leader had taken "decisive" action against allegations of anti-Semitism within the party. They said: "Jeremy Corbyn and the Labour Party share the view that language or behaviour that displays hatred towards Jews is anti-Semitism, and is as repugnant and unacceptable as any other form of racism.”
"We agree with the IHRA 'working definition' of anti-Semitism as 'a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of anti-Semitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities'.”
"Jeremy has consistently spoken out against all forms of anti-Semitism and condemned all anti-Semitic abuse, and set up the Charkrabarti inquiry into anti-Semitism and other forms of racism. “
"Its recommendations have already led to far-reaching changes to the rules and practice of the Labour Party. He has also taken decisive disciplinary action over allegations of anti-Semitism, including a series of suspensions and exclusions from membership."
By Premji
