Overview
- Mala Tribich, 95, became the first Holocaust survivor to speak at a UK cabinet meeting in Downing Street.
- Speaking on Holocaust Memorial Day, she urged ministers to “do what needs to be done” to stop antisemitism.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the occasion an “incredible” first and pledged to confront antisemitism wherever it appears.
- Ministers were visibly moved and gave a standing ovation after her five‑minute address recounting her experience, including time at Bergen‑Belsen.
- Starmer linked the moment to the recently passed Holocaust Memorial Bill, which will establish a permanent learning centre next to Parliament.