In reality, evangelicals are far fewer in number than typically reported, often are far less biblical in their thinking than one might think, and tend to vote in far fewer numbers than expected. Although more conservative on moral issues, as a whole evangelicals reflect fewer lifestyle differences from the culture than often thought.

It is beyond all human understanding that a major religious figure like Welby can watch as seven nations surrounding Israel would like to see it destroyed in the name of a religion that is theologically defective, hate filled, xenophobic and antisemitic as Islam and get the full support. Welby purports to be an evangelical. Say what!

Blood libel (the absurd slander that Jews kill non-Jewish babies to make matsoh, which is believed by many Palestinians) stills hangs over the Jews, a misplaced theological concept effectively used by the Nazis during World War II, but the reasons may lie even deeper. Israel is a modern democracy with a per capita gross domestic product of some $40,000 per year, on par with Britain or France.

Every British citizen has a right to be respected and a responsibility to respect others, so that together we can build a cohesive and harmonious society for all.

As faith leaders, we salute the many people who have stepped forward to repair damage and restore their neighbourhoods. We pledge to work with government and all sections of society towards a constructive and compassionate dialogue on immigration and social cohesion.