Campus protests cannot target students, Keegan says

PM to meet university leaders over campus protests

May 09, 2024 by BBC News - Family & Education

Key Facts

  • Edward Isaacs, president of the Union of Jewish Students, told the BBC the government gave “reassurances” to Jewish students during the meeting and offered to help universities in efforts to tackle antisemitism.
  • There must be “clear communication” with Jewish societies, Mr Isaacs added - and "red lines need to be drawn" when it comes to protests, which the UJS previously warned were creating a “hostile and toxic atmosphere for Jewish students.”
  • One student, Gemma, who is not protesting and asked for her surname to be withheld, told BBC News protesters had blocked the entrance to the building, which houses student-support services such as counselling, financial and visa help, leaving students unable to attend appointments.
  • "We continue to work with the police and our security to ensure the safety and security of our campus," it said in a statement.

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