The Metropolitan Police will take no further action against punk rapper Bobby Vylan after he chanted "death, death to the IDF (Israel Defence Forces)" at an Al Quds Day rally in central London.
The artist, whose real name is Pascal Robinson-Foster, delivered the comments on March 15 during International Jerusalem Day, expressing support for Palestinians alongside opposition to Israel and Zionism.
A spokesperson for the Met Police said: "On Sunday March 15, the Met was made aware of chanting by a speaker at the Al Quds demonstration and an investigation was launched into the language used.
"We take reports like this incredibly seriously and we recognise the concerns caused, particularly among London’s Jewish communities.
"Early investigative advice was sought from the Crown Prosecution Service.
"Following consideration of that advice, officers have concluded that no further action will be taken.
"We continue to work closely with community representatives to ensure the safety and security of Jewish Londoners."
The musician, who makes up one half of the punk rap duo Bob Vylan, issued a statement online saying he would not be "intimidated".
He wrote: "After being investigated for my speech at Al-Quds day in March 2026, the Met police have said no further action will be taken.
"The harassment by the Met Police has been constant, multiple investigations, stopping me for no good reason, and circulating information about the band internally including an image of me which wasn’t necessary to include.
"Despite all of this, I will not be intimidated. We continue!"
The group, which also features drummer Wade Laurence George, played on Glastonbury Festival’s West Holts Stage in June 2025, where Mr Robinson-Foster led audiences in chanting "death, death to the IDF."
The BBC drew heavy criticism for livestreaming their set, explaining in a statement soon after that while the Ipswich-formed group was initially deemed suitable for broadcast, this was "clearly not the case", and offering an apology for the act’s "offensive and deplorable behaviour".
The duo announced on social media in July this year that they intended to pursue legal action against the BBC after the controversy.
The BBC declined to comment.
In the wake of the show, the act were pulled from numerous festivals and bookings, including Radar festival, a German venue appearance, and a US tour.
Speaking on the Louis Theroux Podcast last October, Mr Robinson-Foster insisted he was "not regretful" about the chant and would "do it again tomorrow".
Avon and Somerset Police subsequently initiated a criminal investigation into the incident, confirming in December that no further action would be taken.
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