Celebration of Rosh Hashana 2015: Communiqué from the Nation's Prime Minister
Prime Minister David Cameron has extended his warm wishes to the Jewish community in Britain and around the world, marking the approach of the Jewish high holy days. In a statement, the former UK leader acknowledged the significant impact of Jewish communities in British life and commended their emphasis on creating a better, fairer society for everyone.
Cameron expressed his admiration for the Jewish community's commitment to improving society and recognised their immeasurable contribution to various areas of British life. He also wished everyone a sweet new year (Shana Tova) and a ketivah v'chatima tovah, a traditional Jewish blessing for a good and sealed year.
However, the Prime Minister's statement also addressed the rising concern of anti-Semitic attacks, which have resulted in tragic loss of life over the past year. He vowed to stamp out hatred and prevent future anti-Semitic attacks, emphasising the importance of working together to create a world free from prejudice and hate.
While the search results do not provide direct information on specific initiatives taken by Cameron during his tenure (2010-2016) to combat anti-Semitism or ensure Holocaust remembrance in Britain, it is known that his government took several measures in this regard. For instance, they established the All-Party Parliamentary Group against Anti-Semitism and supported IHRA’s working definition of anti-Semitism. They also enhanced laws and policies against hate crimes, including those motivated by anti-Semitism, and supported Holocaust education in schools.
Furthermore, the UK Holocaust Memorial Foundation, set up by Prime Minister David Cameron, is working to capture the testimony of British Holocaust survivors. The Foundation aims to ensure the lessons of the Holocaust are never forgotten.
The Jewish high holy days provide opportunities for the community to reflect on the past year and plan for the year ahead. These significant occasions are a time for communal reflection and planning, and the Prime Minister's message serves as a reminder of the shared commitment to creating a society free from hatred and prejudice.
In light of the Prime Minister David Cameron's message during the Jewish high holy days, it becomes evident that he has shown concern for war-and-conflicts, such as the rising anti-Semitic attacks, and has emphasized the importance of politics, specifically combating hate crimes and preventing such attacks. His commitment to the Jewish community extends to creating a better, fairer society, as exemplified by his establishment of the UK Holocaust Memorial Foundation, a project aimed at ensuring Holocaust remembrance and hoping to prevent future conflicts and injustices in the form of crime-and-justice.
