Gordon Brown has sent his warmest wishes to the Hindu, Sikh and Jain communities as they celebrate the annual festival of Diwali.
In a Downing Street video, the PM said that the holiday provided an opportunity “to reflect on the events of the past to prepare and change for the future”.
Read the full statement
Today I am very proud to be able to send you my warmest good wishes for Diwali. Diwali, a time for celebration and joy, is also a reaffirmation of hope, friendship and goodwill.
Our society continues to be strengthened and enhanced by the variety of celebrations many cultures and faiths bring. The festival of Diwali gives us all the opportunity to reflect on life and reflect on the events of the past in order to prepare and change for the future.
The principles of the Hindu, Sikh and Jain communities in Britain such as equality, social justice, tolerance and respect have a universal relevance and are shared and appreciated by all communities.
This year’s celebrations will give joy and inspiration to all who attend and on behalf of all of us in government; I wish you all a very happy and prosperous Diwali.
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