Collective blame is the problem, not the solution

Source: Muslim Council of Britain

The Muslim Council of Britain stands in solidarity with the Jewish community facing an abhorrent rise in antisemitism and those affected by the attack in Golders Green.

At the same time, it is notable that far less attention was given to the fact that the attacker, recently discharged from a psychiatric unit, also targeted a Muslim man, Ishmail Hussein, that very morning. It speaks to a disparity that raises serious questions.

Attempts to frame British Muslims, or all who advocate for Palestinian rights, as collectively responsible for rising antisemitism are inaccurate and counterproductive. We have seen far too many engage in this reckless scapegoating. People of every faith and none must be able to walk Britain's streets in safety and to achieve this, we will need more unity, not less. Those who engage in collective blame are part of the problem, not part of the solution.

2nd May 2026