Brendan Cox
@MrBrendanCox
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Dad & campaigner. Work with Survivors Against Terror to help families get their rights & with Together Coalition to build closer communities. #MoreInCommon
Joined April 2010
Today is publication day with all my royalties going to continue Jo's work. I hope it does Jo justice #moreincommon
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BREAKING: 21 year old Dylan Earl has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for assisting Russia’s intelligence services over the warehouse fire Jake Reeves gets 12 years Huge sentences under the new National Security Act — a warning to anyone considering being a Russian proxy
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10 babies per day are born in this country as a result of rape Up until now, men can demand access to those children, retraumatising the mothers & endangering the children The gov has listened & is stopping that. I’m thrilled 🎉🎉🎉 https://t.co/u3zXCULG51
theguardian.com
New law ‘puts needs of survivors above the needs of rapists’, says MP Natalie Fleet, who campaigned for the change
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TheRE’s nO SucH THing aS tHe far RIGht… https://t.co/3UiNQ6A2Qy
bbc.co.uk
Three Nazi-worshipping extremists convicted of terror offences are sentenced.
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This is a good policy. People who migrate here should be able to communicate effectively- it’s good for them and good for the communities they live in. We need a plan to ensure people already here also have support to get to this level.
bbc.co.uk
The tougher rules will come in force in January as part of wider plans to cut immigration.
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Glorious thread.
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We are concerned with the reports about an attack against the leader of Warwickshire Council, Cllr George Finch. Any form of abuse or harassment towards politicians is unacceptable.
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Visit Espolòn Tequila at Family Style for signature cocktails, including spicy (& not so spicy) ‘margs and palomas. Powered by @EspolonTequila
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Today is a good day. Finally some hope and such relief for families being reunited with loved ones. What comes next is even more important of course, but hope must be the start.
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Threats to our politicians deserve to be taken seriously. I’m glad the jury found him guilty. https://t.co/9cWNqVHToA
independent.co.uk
The Reform UK leader has described the incident as ‘pretty chilling’
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It was a privilege to join representatives of our Jewish community & other faiths this evening at @pborocathedral following the antisemitic terror attack on the synagogue in Manchester. A powerful show of interfaith solidarity against hate & division 🙏 #BritainStandsTogether
A multi-faith community vigil took place at the Cathedral today to condemn all forms of hate and to call for kindness and respect between all human beings. Council Leader, Councillor Shabina Qayyum, called for the vigil following the attack on the synagogue in Manchester last
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A week on from the terrorist attack in Manchester, during this national moment of solidarity, please join me in prayer. #BritainStandsTogether @togethercoalit
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Always good to spend quality time with @QariAsim who I am proud to call a friend and whose work and commitment to the city of Leeds and the country shines through. #BritainStandsTogether
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A multi-faith community vigil took place at the Cathedral today to condemn all forms of hate and to call for kindness and respect between all human beings. Council Leader, Councillor Shabina Qayyum, called for the vigil following the attack on the synagogue in Manchester last
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In the face of a terrorist attack in Manchester and unacceptable and increasing levels of both antisemitism and anti-Muslim hostility, I welcome the national moment of solidarity today. I pray all may live in harmony & respect. #BritainStandsTogether @togethercoalit
Today, one week on from the Manchester attack – we stand together with British Jewish communities and against hate in all its forms. 👉 An attack on one community is an attack on all of us. #BritainStandsTogether
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One week on from the awful Manchester Synagogue attack we have not forgotten the families still dealing with the horror of loss & the fear instilled in our Jewish community. Today we’ll stand together against hatred in all its forms #BritainStandsTogether
Today, one week on from the Manchester attack – we stand together with British Jewish communities and against hate in all its forms. 👉 An attack on one community is an attack on all of us. #BritainStandsTogether
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Communities across Britain are being urged to come together today to reject hate, a week after the Manchester synagogue attack. Organisers of a national day of solidarity want people to hold vigils, light candles, or observe moments of silence to remember the two Jewish men who
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This is worth a read by @daverich1 especially for my friends on the left - about why we find it easier to condemn far right antisemitism than Islamist antisemitism.
After Heaton Park, things have to change. Link to full post
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Today I visited the mosque in Peacehaven. It was shocking and heartbreaking to see the aftermath of the arson attack which could have resulted in loss of life. The community there are showing resilience, despite the trauma and deep fear they are now feeling. Local partners and
The British Muslim Trust (BMT) is in contact with Peacehaven Mosque following the terrifying arson attack this weekend and has been engaging with Muslim communities nationwide in response. Read the full statement below 👇
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This Thursday - on the one week anniversary of the attack - please join us in solidarity with the Jewish community and against hatred in every form. #BritainStandsTogether
https://t.co/zsX6djn23b
independent.co.uk
Schools and community groups are preparing to hold silences on Thursday to mark a moment of solidarity.
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This arson attack on a mosque last night is what happens when people blame whole groups for the actions of an extremist. Whoever did this is not only putting innocent people at risk, they are doing exactly what the terrorists want. https://t.co/3f4agiM5fq
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Very proud to be one of the over 60 survivors of terror attacks to have signed this letter. Don’t give terrorists what they want. Absolute solidarity with the Jewish community. https://t.co/B1oizS6A2y
mirror.co.uk
Members of Survivors Against Terror have penned a thought-provoking open letter calling for support for grief-stricken families in the wake of Thursday's synagogue attack
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