In accordance with conflict of interest arrangement: New appointment for acting director of the Chief Rabbinate

Religious Services Minister Yariv Levin announced the appointment of Yehuda Avidan, director of the Ministry of Religious Services, as acting director of the Chief Rabbinate, subject to a conflict of interest arrangement that prevents him from dealing with kashrut. The appointment is seen as a victory for Shas and a loss for Religious Zionism.

Religious Services Minister Yariv Levin announced today (Wednesday) the appointment of Yehuda Avidan, who serves as director of the Ministry of Religious Services, to the position of acting director of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. The appointment was made after consultation with the Civil Service Commissioner and approval from the Ministry of Justice and the legal offices of the Rabbinate and the Ministry. Avidan signed a conflict of interest arrangement that prevents him from dealing with kashrut matters. The Rabbinate stated that Avidan brings extensive experience in public service, and he received the blessing of the chief rabbis. The appointment is seen as a resounding victory for Shas and another loss for Religious Zionism.