LONDON (VINnews) — Leaders in London’s Jewish community say they are increasing emergency preparedness measures amid growing concern over antisemitism and security threats in the United Kingdom.

Phil Rosenberg, president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, said community organizations have begun distributing emergency medical supplies, including trauma kits for severe bleeding and equipment intended for rare chemical exposure scenarios.

He said the steps are precautionary but reflect heightened anxiety following a series of recent security-related incidents involving Jewish institutions.

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He called for the proscription of the IRGC, action on online hate, and more prevention than reaction in the fight against antisemitism.

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Speaking Sunday on BBC London Politics, Rosenberg said many members of the estimated 150,000-strong Jewish community in London are feeling increasingly uneasy.

He pointed to a recent arson attack targeting Jewish ambulance vehicles in the Golders Green area of north London, along with other incidents that have contributed to concern within the community.

Rosenberg said community communications have increasingly focused on safety planning and emergency readiness, including training and distribution of protective equipment.

The supplies are being funded through a £28.4 million government grant allocated to the Community Security Trust, which provides security support to Jewish institutions across the United Kingdom.

The remarks follow a suspected arson attack on multiple Hatzola ambulances parked near a synagogue in Golders Green. The vehicles were severely damaged, nearby residents were evacuated, and counterterrorism police are investigating. Two suspects have been released on bail.

Rosenberg said the focus must remain on prevention and reducing threats so communities are not forced into worst-case planning.

He said the goal should be a return to normalcy where such preparations are no longer necessary.