Complaint
Two complained that the programme fell short of the ĢƵ’s standards of accuracy and impartiality by failing to reflect the views of members of the UK Jewish community who are pro-Palestinian.
Outcome
The programme was not intended as a survey of opinion within the UK Jewish community, its chosen focus being on the fears felt by many of the community’s members. Nevertheless, the script made the point that “tens of thousands – including Jews” had protested against Israel’s actions in Gaza, accompanied by footage of demonstrations in which placards reading “Jews Against Genocide” and “Jews Against The War on Gaza” could be seen, so it would have been clear to viewers that there was not uniformity of opinion within the Jewish community.
Not upheld