CST Update: Jan-Jun 2023

CST is “the best community security operation in the world” – Lord Mann, Government’s Independent Adviser on Antisemitism
In a recent interview with Jewish News, Lord Mann praised CST's work. 

Trauma first aid introduced into CST volunteer training
CST personnel are now trained to assist casualties of a terror attack, with regular training delivered across the UK. Since this was introduced in 2022, over 200 volunteers have received the external certification.

Dr Dave Rich, CST’s Director of Policy, wrote an article for the Guardian explaining why a cartoon it published (and later removed) was antisemitic
Read the full article plus another that he wrote for the Jewish Chronicle about the ongoing problem of antisemitism on the political left. 

Antisemitism awareness training was delivered to football clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea and Watford
Watch a short video about the training delivered at Watford FC alongside anti-discrimination body Kick It Out and read about a football delegation’s trip to Poland with March of the Living.

CST researchers briefed government teams on UK extremism linked to Iran
CST has advised the Home Office formal investigation into Iranian extremism. This included regular discussions with the government and counter-terrorist police. Read CST's research briefing on Iranian terrorism. 

Mark Gardner, CST’s Chief Executive, gave evidence to the Home Affairs Select Committee in advance of a new law to help prevent terrorism
Representing both the Jewish community and the entire places of worship sector, Mark offered CST’s expertise and reflected on lessons learned from past terrorist attacks in the UK. Read about Martyn’s Law. 

The government grant that CST manages for the protection of the Jewish community was confirmed and increased to £15m
At CST’s Annual Dinner in March, Home Secretary Suella Braverman announced the welcome increase of £1m to the annual grant. Read more about this on our blog.

CST organised a crisis-planning meeting with police at New Scotland Yard, to ensure the protection of the Jewish community
Representatives from across the community attended to identify the correct security measures and communication channels, should they ever be required in a crisis.

CST joined the Home Secretary, ministers, and senior police officials for a successful launch of a new Jewish Community Crime, Policing and Security Taskforce
The taskforce aims to enhance Jewish communal security and ensure better policing outcomes in response to antisemitism and hate crime. Read more in the Jewish News and Jewish Chronicle. 

CST’s social media channels revamped
CST is currently undergoing a social media transformation with you at its core! For updates on our work, practical security advice and guidance on how to tackle conversations around antisemitism, follow us now on social media.