UK regulator not investigating Israeli settlement real estate event

The ASA has indicated that it has not received any complaints that would provide grounds for an investigation. The ASA stated it would investigate if presented with evidence of illegal settlement advertising at the event. The organizers of the real estate event later admitted that properties in Israeli settlements were promoted, attributing it to a mistake.

MEE had previously published photos of brochures and leaflets from the event advertising property in occupied Palestinian territory. Companies like Harey Zahav developers promoted settlements such as Kfar Eldad and Teneh Omarim, while Tivuch Shelly advertised property in Ma'ale Adummim, and Jerusalem Real Estate promoted projects in French Hill and Ramat Eshkol.

Separately, the Charity Commission criticized the trustees of the Edgware United Synagogue for hosting the event. The commission expressed concerns about the impact of registered charities being seen to assist in the development or expansion of illegal settlements in Palestine and noted that charity premises must not be misused. The commission stated it would consider escalating its regulatory engagement should further concerns arise regarding the charity.