Voice of the Jewish News: Candles kindled across the land
This year’s festival has shone a light on a community held in high esteem. That our contribution to wider British society is admired and respected is beyond doubt.
This week’s Chanukah celebrations delivered another heart-warming reminder of how vibrant and valued Britain’s Jewish community has become.
The prime minister clumsily waving a menorah above his head at the Conservative Friends of Israel lunch (12,000 people and counting have enjoyed the hilarious video on our website); his Labour opposite number lighting the second candle at the Jewish Labour Movement’s festive reception; Home Secretary Priti Patel sharing her pride at attending the Board of Deputies’ Chanukah party; London Mayor Sadiq Khan lighting the giant menorah at Trafalgar Square and many other events where Jews welcomed in the wider community to bask in the glow of this glorious chag.
This year’s festival has shone a light on a community held in high esteem. That our contribution to wider British society is admired and respected is beyond doubt.
It has been fabulous seeing Chanukah candles kindled in the corridors of power and so many other public and private spaces across the land.
The Jewish News wishes readers a hearty chag sameach for the remainder of this most joyous festival. Just one word of caution – let’s go easy on the oily doughnuts, greasy latkes and chocolate gelt.
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