Metropolitan Police Take No Further Action Over Bob Vylan Chant

London's Metropolitan Police announced on August 26, 2026, that they will take no further action against Bobby Vylan, the lead singer of the British punk rap duo Bob Vylan, following an investigation into chants of "death to the IDF" made at a pro-Palestinian rally in central London earlier this year. The decision concludes a months-long inquiry into the remarks, which were directed at the Israel Defense Forces during a demonstration on March 15.

The investigation was launched after Pascal Robinson-Foster, who performs as Bobby Vylan, led the crowd in the chant at an Al Quds Day event on the Albert Embankment. The Metropolitan Police stated they sought early investigative advice from the Crown Prosecution Service before concluding that no further action would be taken. In a statement, a police spokesperson said, "We take reports like this incredibly seriously and we recognise the concerns caused, particularly among London's Jewish communities." The force added that it continues to work closely with community representatives to ensure the safety and security of Jewish Londoners.

The March 15 incident was not the first time Robinson-Foster had used the slogan. He led a similar...