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Maureen Lipman, Allegra
June 5, 2026, 2:05 pm
Maureen Lipman hires security after anti-Israel campaign targets theatre tour
Actress says abuse over her support for Israel has forced extra protection at performances
By Annabel Sinclair
Irshad Ahmed during a speech at a Pakistani cultural centre in January 2024. Credit: Screenshot/X
May 20, 2026, 12:12 pm
Labour MSP reportedly called for Israel’s ‘crushing defeat’ after 7 October attacks
Anas Sarwar questioned the Urdu translation of remarks criticised by Jewish community representatives
By Annabel Sinclair
Headstones at the Glasgow (Garnethill) Hebrew Congregational Burial Ground which were incorrectly claimed online to have been vandalised. Credit: X
May 20, 2026, 11:15 am
Glasgow council dismisses ‘vandalism’ claims at Jewish cemetery
Video circulating online falsely states Jewish graves in Glasgow had been targeted in an antisemitic attack
By Annabel Sinclair
The Bozsik Arena in Budapest, where Scotland and Israel will play both Women’s World Cup qualifiers behind closed doors next month. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
May 13, 2026, 11:23 am
Scotland to face Israel behind closed doors in Hungary for World Cup qualifiers
Uefa security restrictions mean both Scotland fixtures against Israel will take place in Budapest next month
By Annabel Sinclair
UJS Scotland convention. April 2026
April 17, 2026, 2:57 pm
Learning by the lochs: a weekend with Scottish JSocs
There’s a feeling that swells in my throat at Friday Night Dinner - no matter how many of the words I stumble over, I am exactly where I am meant to be
By Cece Allentuck
Ascottish parliament building (Credit: Creative Commons/Jorge Franganillo)
March 18, 2026, 12:42 pm
Jewish Council of Scotland announces government backed antisemitism initiative
The First Minister praised the announcement, with chair of JCoS and a Scottish government official to co-chair the new working group
By JN Reporter
UJS Scotland conference February 2026
March 2, 2026, 2:26 pm
UJS Scotland convention heads to Loch Long
Jewish students from Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dublin enjoy unique nature-based Shabbat
By Michelle Rosenberg
Shirley Craughwell (right) and her daughter Hannah Craughwell (left)
January 7, 2026, 11:30 am
Scots neo-Nazi mother and daughter jailed for violent antisemitic hate crimes
Pair praised Hitler, called for another Holocaust and targeted Jews in years-long campaign of online hate
By Annabel Sinclair
The Palestinian Flag is raised outside the Scottish Government Headquarters on Thursday 4th September 2025
December 23, 2025, 5:13 pm
Scottish PSC co-founder found guilty of abusing Glasgow Jewish man
Mick Napier found guilty by Glasgow Sheriff's Court: lawyers will reportedly challenge the ruling
By Jewish News Reporter
A 'Paltire' flying in Glasgow. Picture: NQ
November 28, 2025, 5:15 pm
Glasgow Jewish groups warn over Palestinian flag-raising as councillor defends displays
Jewish leaders say civic spaces risk deeper division as Glasgow councillor calls complaints “explicitly political”
By Annabel Sinclair
Carmen-McPherson
November 26, 2025, 12:35 pm
Jewish Council of Scotland welcomes new director
Appointment of Carmen McPherson heralds new chapter for the Jewish community
By Michelle Rosenberg
The Palestinian Flag is raised outside the Scottish Government Headquarters on Thursday 4th September 2025
September 8, 2025, 12:12 pm
Thousands sign letter warning Scottish government of fanning flames of antisemitism
Jewish community of just 5,000 people were victims of 17% of all religiously motivated hate crimes in Scotland last year
By Michelle Rosenberg
Palestine flags raised in front of Scottish Government buildings at the same time as the First Minister's statement on Gaza in the Scottish Parliament
September 5, 2025, 10:23 am
Gaza stance could endanger Scottish Jews, Swinney warned
First Minister has urged the UK Government to recognise the state of Palestine and pull out of its free trade deal with Israel
By Jewish News Reporter
Palestine flags raised in front of Scottish Government buildings at the same time as the First Minister's statement on Gaza in the Scottish Parliament
September 3, 2025, 6:34 pm
Scotland’s First Minister announces funding pause for arms companies supplying Israel
Palestinian flags fly from Scottish government buildings
By Lee Harpin
Tony Bloom (Credit: Hearts TV)
August 4, 2025, 4:36 pm
A Yiddishe Hearts: investor Tony Bloom describes his plans for Scottish Success
The Brighton and Hove owner purchased 29% of the Edinburgh club back in June. Today, before the opening game of the season, he spoke about his belief in the team
By Jewish News Reporter
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