Mayor Boris Johnson talked about the Jewish community’s “great cultural, economic and intellectual contribution” during the annual Chanucah in the Square event on Thursday.
The event at Trafalgar Square attracted 7,000 guests, with the Mayor of London joined by Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, MP Louise Ellman and Jewish Leadership Council chief executive Simon Johnson.
The largest Chanuciah in Europe was lit during the celebrations, which also included a performance by renowned acappella group The Maccabeats and around 6,000 doughnuts.
The mayor noted that the event had special resonance this year, saying: “The lighting of the Menorah is a special moment in London’s festive season, symbolising light, hope and freedom, messages that resonate with Londoners of all faiths and backgrounds.
