The Luton Council of Faiths is profoundly horrified by the violent attack on two Jewish men in Golders Green recently. Anti-Semitic hatred and extremist violence targeting any community for its faith is a scourge that cannot and must not be tolerated.
An attack on one faith is an attack on us all. We strongly condemn all forms of prejudice and discrimination directed at individuals because of their religion, ethnicity, or identity.
We stand in firm solidarity with Jewish communities in Luton and beyond. Our hearts are with the injured and all those affected by this senseless act.
Such violence and extremism directly contradict our shared humanitarian values. The Luton Council of Faiths continues its commitment to work for peace and reconciliation with its partners, affirming our collective resolve to build a world defined by unity rather than hate.
Our shared future depends on the refusal to let fear or division take root. We invite every member of our community to join us in protecting the safety and dignity of our neighbours, ensuring that our streets remain places of sanctuary for all faiths and cultures.
In a statement issued earlier this month John Tizard, the Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) said, “Every person living in Bedfordshire has the right to be safe, and to be protected by the police. Police protection has been enhanced at places of worship. However, we need to do more. We need to educate and address the causes of all hate crime.”
“Division and hatred in Britain are rising. Antisemitism and Islamophobia, and all forms of faith based hatred have no place in Bedfordshire. Human rights are not a luxury; they are the foundation on which a safe society is built. The right to live freely, and to be free from discrimination is fundamental to our society.”
“Luton is a remarkable town. Its community cohesion is genuine, and it is something to be proud of. However, no matter how hard we try, we are not immune to the poison that is being spread elsewhere online, nationally and across the world.”
The PCC appreciated Luton Council of Faiths as a vital pillar of our community and said it’s work deserves recognition, resources and partnership across every level of government.
No place for Hate in Luton pledge signed by Luton’s different communities during Hate Crime Awareness Week event held last year on 16th Oct’25