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After the Labour Party's victory in the general elections in Britain, party leader Keir Starmer is poised to become Prime Minister, making his wife, Victoria Starmer, the First Lady of the country.

Victoria Starmer is a Jewish woman who plays a significant role in shaping her family's values and practices, according to the Israeli newspaper "Jerusalem Post."

The newspaper highlighted that "Victoria is committed to Jewish beliefs and cultural traditions and participates in combating anti-Semitism."

Victoria Starmer, originally named Victoria Alexander, was born in 1963 in North London. Her father was a Polish Jew, and her mother was a doctor who converted to Judaism upon marriage.

The future First Lady of Britain has family living in Israel, and Keir expressed deep concern for their safety during the October 7 attack.

During her upbringing, Victoria was immersed in Jewish cultural traditions and practices, which played a crucial role in shaping her values and worldview.

"Jerusalem Post" added that "Jewish traditions are observed in the Starmer household. Despite Keir being an atheist, the family regularly celebrates Shabbat, the weekly day of rest, with family gatherings and traditional rituals."

The "Jewish Chronicle" reported that "the family raises their children with an awareness of their Jewish identity, participating in various religious customs and celebrations."

Keir emphasized to the newspaper the "importance of these traditions at home, ensuring that their children understand and appreciate their cultural and religious heritage."

The family belongs to the Liberal Jewish Synagogue in St. John's Wood, London, reflecting their active participation in the Jewish community.

Keir stated to the newspaper, "My wife, in particular, wants our children to know their family's religion."

The Liberal Jewish Synagogue is part of the Liberal Jewish movement, a progressive branch of Judaism similar to Reform Judaism in the United States.