LONDON (VINnews) — Sky News was granted rare access to accompany members of Shomrim, a volunteer Jewish neighborhood patrol group, during an evening shift in northwest London as concerns over antisemitism continue to grow in Britain.

The patrol, which operates in heavily Jewish neighborhoods including Golders Green and Hendon, works alongside police and responds to incidents affecting the local community.

During the ride-along, Sky News observed volunteers answering calls and helping defuse potential confrontations. Shomrim members receive training in areas such as first aid, conflict de-escalation and public safety.

The report comes as Jewish organizations in the United Kingdom have reported a sharp increase in antisemitic incidents since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war in October 2023.

Shomrim, which was established in London more than two decades ago, operates as a community-based safety patrol and maintains close communication with local law enforcement agencies. Community members say the group’s visible presence provides reassurance and a rapid response capability in Jewish neighborhoods.