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British Jews Shift Politically Amid Rising Antisemitism

11/20/2025

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The Institute of Jewish Policy Research reports a major shift in British Jewish politics, with Labour Party support down 13 percentage points and Conservative Party support down 4 percentage points since 2024.
The Green Party's support rose to 18%.
Reform UK rose from 3% to 11%.
Factors include the war in Gaza, rising antisemitism, and loss of trust in mainstream parties.
The report suggests British Jews may become more politically polarized, potentially increasing internal community tensions.

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The Institute of Jewish Policy Research reports a major shift in British Jewish politics, with Labour Party support down 13 percentage points and Conservative Party support down 4 percentage points since 2024.
The Green Party's support rose to 18%.
Reform UK rose from 3% to 11%.
Factors include the war in Gaza, rising antisemitism, and loss of trust in mainstream parties.
The report suggests British Jews may become more politically polarized, potentially increasing internal community tensions.