London police set up specialist Jewish protection team

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London police are establishing a specialist team of 100 officers to protect Jewish communities following a rise in antisemitic incidents, including recent attacks. This initiative emphasizes the growing concern about safety in the city amidst a backdrop of increasing hate crimes.

LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - British police are setting up a new team of 100 officers including counter terrorism specialists to help protect Jewish communities across London after a series of antisemitic attacks including the stabbing of two men. The plan announced on Wednesday for a dedicated protection team comes as officers announced more arrests for antisemitism, including detaining a 35-year old man on Saturday after rocks were thrown at an ambulance belonging to the Jewish community.