Surprise in Britain: Unexpected figure speaks out against severe antisemitism

Lloyds Bank in Britain refused to approve a mortgage for Emma Camyo, mother of Palestine Action activist Leona Camyo who was convicted of causing damage to an Elbit factory. The bank cited 'negative publicity' surrounding the family. The investigation also reveals the closure of Camyo's bank account while she was in custody.

British bank Lloyds refused to approve a mortgage for Emma Camyo, mother of pro-Palestinian activist Leona 'Eli' Camyo, who was convicted of causing damage to the Elbit Systems factory in Filton. According to an investigation by Novara Media, the bank justified its decision based on 'negative publicity' surrounding the family. Emma Camyo, a small business owner in South Wales, applied for a mortgage refinancing in April. The mortgage broker updated Lloyds about her daughter's legal proceedings. In early June, a bank manager stated that due to the negative publicity, the bank did not feel comfortable supporting the deal. A proposal to transfer the assets to her sister was also rejected. Emma said she was 'devastated' and that the decision led to the loss of the assets. Leona Camyo, 30, was convicted in May of causing damage to the Elbit factory in August 2024 and sentenced to six years in prison. The investigation revealed that in February 2025, while she was in custody, Lloyds announced the closure of her bank account. A Lloyds spokesperson stated that the bank does not close accounts based on political beliefs.