Ivor Richards, a life-long supporter of Israel, will take over next week as the new British representative and head of the British Mission at the United Nations. Richards, a lawyer in his 40s, was a Labor member of Parliament. He appeared on Zionist platforms on many occasions and was a member of the Labor Friends of Israel. His constituency disappeared in the redistribution of seats before the elections.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
