The UK Home Office announces a £250 million package to increase police protection for Jewish communities in England and Wales. The government says the funding responds to a rise in antisemitic incidents and includes measures aimed at improving safety around key community locations. Under a three-year plan, the money is expected to provide more than 500 additional police officers, focusing on patrolling Jewish neighbourhoods and increasing presence around schools, synagogues and community centres. Several outlets report that the plan also strengthens wider security arrangements, including national counter-terrorism capabilities. BBC, Guardian and other coverage describe the effort as part of broader efforts to ensure Jewish communities can observe their faith without fear. Euronews reports the package in euro terms, describing €293.5 million over three years, consistent with the same overall UK funding figure. The announcements also frame the initiative as a targeted policing and security response after a spate of violent or threatening antisemitic attacks.