Starmer addresses South Hamptead Synagogue’s centenary Shabbat

British prime minister and his wife Victoria attend the service at the 500-strong congregation in his parliamentary constituency; talks about antisemitism  

Lee Harpin/ Jewish News|
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer and his wife Victoria have joined the 500-strong congregation at South Hampstead Synagogue – with the prime minister also delivering a speech as part of the centenary Shabbat celebrations.
The UK PM spoke warmly of his long-term friendship with Rabbi Shlomo and Rebbetzin Dr. Lynndy Levin, who announced earlier this year that they are stepping down from the helm of the north-west London shul after 40 years of service.
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קיר סטארמר
קיר סטארמר
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer
(Photo: AFP)
Starmer also reflected on how took inspiration from the community, who reside in his local parliamentary constituency.
He also referenced the need to stay vigilant against antisemitic incidents and referenced the 2019 Chanukah graffiti daubing on the shul’s building.
As he addressed the congregation on its centenary Shabbat, Rabbi Shlomo also praised the PM and his wife Vic for their continued friendship over the years.
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South Hampstead Synagogue
South Hampstead Synagogue
South Hampstead Synagogue
(Photo: South Hampstead Synagogue website )
The Starmers stayed in shul after the service where they were seen enjoying the kiddish, with the PM tucking into smoked salmon.
He was also surrounded by children wishing to engage with the country’s PM, and spent around 30 minutes answering their questions.
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