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Inquiry Finds No Antisemitism at Bristol School Over Postponed MP Visit

An independent inquiry into Bristol Brunel Academy has found no evidence of antisemitism or influence from lobby groups in the postponement of a visit by Labour MP Damien Egan last September. The review, conducted by retired headteacher Joan McVittie, concluded the decision was made solely on safeguarding grounds after the school learned a protest was being planned. Concerns included unknown protest size, which groups would be involved, and risk of local activists joining. A snap Ofsted inspection also found no evidence of partisan political views. The DfE stated antisemitic incidents in educational settings have more than doubled since October 2023.