"The creation of a new Community Protection Team of around 100 officers is an important step in strengthening our response to the sustained threats Jewish communities are facing."
"We are working with government and the mayor to ensure the approach we are building can be sustained over time, not just for Jewish communities, but as a model that can support other communities across London when facing elevated risk."
The Metropolitan Police is deploying a new Community Protection Team of 100 officers to protect Jewish communities in London. This initiative follows a series of antisemitic incidents, including arson attacks and a double stabbing. Approximately 50 arrests have been made for hate crimes in recent weeks. The team will consist of locally based officers with strong community ties. The initiative is supported by a £25 million government funding package, with £18 million allocated to the Metropolitan Police for enhanced protective policing.
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