The United Kingdom's largest public sector pension investment pool has sold millions of dollars' worth of Israeli government bonds after months of pressure from pro-Palestine campaigners, according to a report by Middle East Eye. Border to Coast Pensions Partnership, which manages nearly 120 billion pounds on behalf of around two million local government workers, had purchased approximately 29.2 million dollars in Israeli government bonds during 2024 and 2025 before quietly divesting them.

Campaigners discovered the investments while reviewing pension fund activities during the Gaza war and raised concerns about public sector money being tied to Israel amid allegations of war crimes and genocide. Activists organised protests and petitions targeting both local pension authorities and the investment pool throughout 2025.

The bonds were reportedly purchased through a United States based asset management firm. Border to Coast confirmed the sale but did not say whether campaign pressure influenced its decision, stating only that it continues to monitor the conflict in line with its responsible investment policies.

The episode has highlighted broader tensions within pension funds over investments connected to the Gaza conflict and the absence of direct guidance from the British government. Campaigners are continuing to push for further divestment from companies linked to Israeli settlements and the ongoing conflict.