Urgent Campaign: Demand the Suspension of UK Funding to UNRWA
Recent revelations linking UNRWA staff to the October 7 attack on Israel have cast a long shadow over the organisation's integrity. This disturbing news follows Secretary of State for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, David Lammy’s, recent announcement to restore UK funding to UNRWA—a move that appears to directly contravene our counterterrorism laws.
Our concern has always been clear: UK funds should never inadvertently support terrorism. With credible evidence now suggesting UNRWA staff might be involved in terror activities, immediate action is essential. It is unacceptable for our aid to potentially bolster organisations like Hamas, which are officially designated as terrorist entities under UK law.
Our Demands:
- Suspend All Financial Support to UNRWA: An immediate halt to funding is crucial to prevent any risk of aiding terrorism.
- Establish a Secure Aid Framework: We need a robust system to ensure that humanitarian aid reaches Palestinians without falling into the hands of terror groups.
How You Can Take Action:
- Write to Your MP: Urge them to support the suspension of UNRWA funding and advocate for a secure and accountable aid distribution system.
- Share Our Campaign: Amplify our message by sharing this campaign with your network and encouraging others to join us in this vital effort.
Your voice matters in safeguarding our counterterrorism policies and ensuring that aid serves its intended purpose. Stand with us to demand a responsible approach to humanitarian assistance.
Act Now: #WeBelieveInIsrael #StopFundingTerror #SecureAid #WBII
You can use this link to join the campaign or refer to the QR code below:
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, Postcode]
[Email Address]
[Date]
[MP’s Name]
[MP’s Office Address]
[City, Postcode]
Dear [MP’s Name],
I am compelled to write to you regarding a matter of urgent concern: the UK government's recent decision to restore funding to UNRWA. This comes on the heels of deeply troubling revelations that suggest UNRWA staff may have been involved in the October 7 attack on Israel.
It is becoming increasingly clear that our funding may be inadvertently supporting groups that are fundamentally opposed to our values and our national interests. Our objections have never been about humanitarian aid itself but about the risk that our funds could be misused in a way that supports terrorism, particularly given the clear designation of Hamas as a terrorist entity under UK law.
The decision to resume financial support to UNRWA, despite these revelations, is both perplexing and troubling. It is crucial that the UK government reconsiders its stance immediately. We must:
- Suspend All Financial Support to UNRWA: The risk of our funds supporting terrorism cannot be ignored. Immediate suspension is necessary to prevent further complications.
- Implement a Secure Aid Framework: We need a new approach to ensure that aid reaches Palestinians without any risk of benefiting terror groups.
Our national security and our commitment to counterterrorism must take precedence. I urge you to take a strong stance on this issue and advocate for the necessary measures to rectify this situation.
Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. I trust you will act decisively to uphold our principles and protect our interests.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]