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Starmer, Leaders Urge Ban on Kanye West at Festival

4/5/2026

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Keir Starmer criticized the Wireless Festival for booking Kanye West, calling it deeply concerning due to West's antisemitic remarks.
Jewish leaders urge government to bar West from entering Britain, citing anxiety after antisemitic incidents.
The Wireless Festival runs July 10–12, 2026, and expects about 150,000 attendees.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey call for action against West.

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Keir Starmer criticized the Wireless Festival for booking Kanye West, calling it deeply concerning due to West's antisemitic remarks.
Jewish leaders urge government to bar West from entering Britain, citing anxiety after antisemitic incidents.
The Wireless Festival runs July 10–12, 2026, and expects about 150,000 attendees.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey call for action against West.