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Hostages released since the truce: Eitan Yahalomi with his mother and Emily Hand with her father
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CST urges community to be vigilant

By Michelle Rosenberg

The CST has issued guidelines for the Jewish community following the terrorist attacks by Hamas across Israel.

Previous outbreaks of conflict in the Middle East have triggered a rise in antisemitic hate incidents across the UK, as well as demonstrations that can include “anti-Jewish and extremist chanting and placards, and spikes in hateful content on social media.”

CST says it will continue to monitor the situation closely and strongly urges the Jewish community to remain alert throughout the festival period and beyond.

If you witness anything suspicious, please report this to police on 999 IMMEDIATELY and then CST. If you experience antisemitism, please report to police on 999 (if urgent ) / 101 (non-urgent) and then CST.

CST’s 24-hour National Emergency Number is 0800 032 3263, please put this number in your contacts so it is available if you need it.

SECURITY REMINDERS

CST continues to ask members of the community and security personnel to:

  1. Keep gates and doors closed at all times and when open ensure they are guarded, so they can be closed quickly.

2. Be alert for suspicious people and activities including parked cars and unattended items.

3. Engage with and challenge (if it is safe to do so) and report suspicious people

4. Avoid congregating outside communal buildings and events: please disperse quickly after leaving

5. Prevent ‘tailgating’ – someone following close behind and attempting to gain access to the building when gates or doors are opened

6. Refresh your team’s knowledge of your emergency procedures, ensuring they are clear on what to do when locking down or evacuating.