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Eight out of ten British Jews identify as Zionist, says new poll

The CAA said the November survey countered far-left claims that Zionism is separate from Jewish identity

December 28, 2023 10:34
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Gathering of British Jews and Israelis for a vigil for Israel and to demand the release of hostages held by Hamas, Parliament Square, October 15, 2023
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British Jews almost unanimously feel “personally connected” to events happening in Israel and eight in ten self-identify as Zionist, according to a new poll conducted by the Campaign Against Antisemitism.

The survey, conducted between November 12 and 17, received 3,744 responses from British Jews of all ages and across the religious spectrum. Respondents were asked to answer several questions by choosing between five options ranging from “strongly agree” to “strongly disagree”.

It revealed that 97 per cent British Jews feel “personally connected” to events happening in Israel, with no respondents choosing to disagree or strongly disagree with the statement. Eighty per cent of respondents considered themselves to be a Zionist.

The survey showed that more than six in ten British Jews have either personally experienced or witnessed an antisemitic incident since October 7 or know somebody who has, and that nearly half of British Jews – 48 per cent – have considered leaving the UK due to antisemitism since October 7.