A formal complaint made to City St George’s Students’ Union against its Israel Society has been dismissed following an investigation.

Earlier this year, the Israel Society was informed by the Students’ Union that it had received a complaint relating to incidents and social-media posts from the previous academic year. The complaint alleged potential breaches of Students’ Union policies on equality, inclusivity, safeguarding and external speaker procedures.

The Students’ Union invited the President of the Israel Society to attend a meeting and submit a written response to the allegations. UKLFI Charitable Trust (“UKLFI CT”) supported the Society throughout the investigation, assisting with the preparation of its response and ensuring that the wider and relevant context was properly brought to the Union’s attention.

In particular, UKLFI CT highlighted the challenging environment in which the Society is operating, drawing attention to the well-documented and escalating pattern of antisemitism on UK university campuses since 7 October 2023, including the recently published Voice of Students 2024/25 report by StandWithUs UK.

UKLFI CT also highlighted supporting data from other surveys. Research by the University Jewish Chaplaincy earlier this year found that 89% of Jewish students surveyed had experienced antisemitism on campus since 7 October 2023, with only 24% feeling supported by their institution. Further survey evidence from mid-2024 showed that 70% of Jewish students felt uncomfortable being open about their Jewish identity, and 63% avoided certain campus buildings or areas for fear of harassment or demonisation.

Following an investigation, the Students’ Union’s investigator confirmed that the case would be closed with no action taken.

In response to UKLFI CT’s support, the President of City St George’s Israel Society said:

“I can’t thank you enough for all your support, which has been exceptional! This is exactly the kind of legal advice and response needed in these circumstances, that help dealing with unpleasant circumstances and make it easier.”

A UKLFI CT spokesperson said: “We are pleased to have supported the Israel Society and will continue to assist Jewish students and societies in the increasingly challenging campus environment.”