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Manchester Scoop · Sep 28, 2026

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SALFORD: Salford Council is facing criticism after allocating £600,000 in community cohesion funding following the deadly Heaton Park Synagogue attack, with none of the money going directly to Jewish organisations. The funding, provided by the Home Office as part of a £2 million recovery package, will support projects tackling antisemitism, racism and community division.However, community members are questioning why organisations such as Shomrim,and others which provide vital security and protection for local Jewish residents, have not received funding.Critics say that after a deadly antisemitic attack, Jewish community security should be a priority—not an afterthought. JOIN TMS:

*SALFORD:* Salford Council is facing criticism after allocating £600,000 in community cohesion funding following the deadly Heaton Park Synagogue attack, with none of the money going directly to Jewish organisations. The funding, provided by the Home Office as part of a £2 million recovery package, will support projects tackling antisemitism, racism and community division.However, community members are questioning why organisations such as Shomrim,and others which provide vital security and protection for local Jewish residents, have not received funding.Critics say that after a deadly antisemitic attack, Jewish community security should be a priority—not an afterthought. JOIN TMS: *https://wa.me/447776235803*

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