Barry Toberman
Barry Toberman is the associate editor (community and news features) of the Jewish Chronicle.
Kiddushim back as United Synagogue plots its own roadmap out of pandemic
'Eating and drinking together is a central feature of community life and its absence from our shuls has been felt keenly'
Watch on Sky or Freeview: Welfare charity putting its appeal on TV
The Fed in Manchester breaks new ground with a 30-minute prime-time presentation on Sunday
Liberals staying cautious on shul reopenings
Liberal Judaism CEO stresses commitment to hybrid provision and says movement is reassessing 'the way we train rabbis and congregations to think'
Ark reopening: London shul's name change signals hybrid future
Rabbi of the congregation formerly known as Northwood and Pinner Liberal says its reach has 'expanded to other cities, countries and continents' during the pandemic
Youth provision is at the heart of United Synagogue's next phase of reopening
Children are now 'encouraged to attend services as long as parents are confident that they will be able to remain in one place'
Norwood opens consultation on future of Ravenswood Village
Charity says residential facility for those with learning disabilities 'unfortunately represents a dated model of care'
Five-fold rise in shul attendance since January
United Synagogue reports growing demand for Shabbat services as people feel more confident about returning to in-person activities
Manchester centre saved by fundraiser set to reopen
The Nicky Alliance will be back next month after a crowdfunding campaign raised £500k
Masorti gearing up for growth post-pandemic
After 'amazing work' to keep members engaged during the Covid crisis, movement is hopeful of establishing its fifteenth community in the Child's Hill/Cricklewood area
Members approve £6 million upgrade for Golders Green shul
Building work on the Alyth Reform revamp is set to start later this year, providing a raft of new and improved facilities
Care homes prepare for 'hand-holding' visits from residents' loved ones
Relaxation of lockdown rules means a designated visitor will be allowed indoors from March 8
Surge in volunteering during crisis
Jewish Volunteering Network reports rising interest as it prepares for awards night
Pesach gatherings in prospect following PM's roadmap out of lockdown
United Synagogue welcomes the opportunity for 'special reunions' in outdoor settings over the festival
London shuls to reopen for Purim
United Synagogue says six shuls will be reopening and expects others to follow
Employment support charity prepares for ‘tidal wave’ of job-seekers
Resource warns that the true impact of the pandemic on UK Jews will only become clear when the furlough scheme ends
North London care home to close because of 'financial consequences of the pandemic'
Jewish Choice says it cannot afford to continue operating below capacity at its Wembley premises
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