Zack Polanski criticises Falkner’s comments on British Muslims and antisemitism as “inflammatory”

Green Party leader Zack Polanski has criticised remarks by former Equality and Human Rights Commission chair Kishwer Falkner, who suggested British Muslims had failed to show solidarity with Jewish communities following antisemitic attacks. Speaking on a programme hosted by Trevor Phillips, who has previously faced accusations of Islamophobia, Polanski described Falkner’s comments as “inflammatory” and warned they risk deepening division. Polanski stressed that those in positions of influence should focus on bringing communities together Support stories that matter. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR0fZh5SBxxMNYdg0VzRFkg/join Catch previous episodes of MEE LIVE, our biweekly news programme exploring the stories shaping our world through breaking coverage, expert analysis, and hard-hitting interviews. Originally airing Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12pm ET | 5pm BST Got a story tip or question? Reach us at [email protected] Subscribe to our channel: http://ow.ly/AVlW30n1OWH Subscribe to MEE Telegram channel to stay up to date: https://t.me/MiddleEastEye_TG Middle East Eye Website: https://middleeasteye.net Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@middleeasteye Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/MiddleEastEye Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/MiddleEastEye Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MiddleEastEye