A secure Israel and combating antisemitism, discrimination, and inequality were among the promises Starmer made before his election.
Labour's commitment to the memorial also follows Starmer's efforts to root out antisemitism from his party following a 2020 report.
Lammy also spoke about the Labour government’s opposition to Israeli West Bank settlement activity and its commitment to a reformed Palestinian Authority.
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
Voter dissatisfaction in the UK ousted the Conservatives, while Netanyahu's political maneuvers keep him in power.
Khan accused Israel of starving Gaza’s civilians, of attacking those queuing for food, and of obstructing delivery of humanitarian aid.
Though the party’s glorious electoral victory has certainly raised the spirits of the British Left, the economic, social, and political inheritance the Labour Party has received is complicated.
In four areas with a large percentage of Muslim constituents, seasoned Labour MPs lost their seats to independent candidates running on pro-Palestinian campaigns.
Now, after 14 years, the time for change has come again, and Brits will be governed by a Labour government for the foreseeable future.
From regularly observing Shabbat to maintaining strong connections with the Jewish community, Victoria's influence extends beyond the domestic sphere.
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