I do not know what sort of message Corbyn is trying to send but given recent accusations of antisemitism in his party, to refuse to attend a dinner marking the centenary of the Balfour Declaration sends a very clear message. (To Me anyway) This message is further reinforced by his attendance previously at an event held by the Muslim Engagement and Development Group held in the House of Commons.

The controversial organisation was this week described as an 'extremist-linked group' by the foreign affairs think-tank The Henry Jackson Society.

This seems a very "political" stance he is taking even for a politician