Solidarity Pledge by UK Councillors in Response to Palestinian Issues
UK councillors sign Palestine pledge. Pledge backed by four organizations. Aim: show solidarity, avoid council complicity. Pledge reach varies by council: 59% Islington, 49% Tower Hamlets, 24% Sheffield, 29% Bradford, 16% Hackney. Campaigners warn of local vote influence after Labour MPs lost seats. Israeli Embassy and Lord Steve McCabe criticize interference risks. Activists plan to carry issue into May. Councils manage pension funds in Israel-linked companies. Councillor emphasizes ethical investments