Sir Keir Starmer was given a tour of a Hindu temple to mark the start of the holy month of Kartik.
The Labour Party leader visited Bhaktivedanta Manor in Letchmore Heath on Monday.
The politician was greeted and had flowers hung around his neck as part of a traditional ceremony to welcome guests before meeting with temple president Her Grace Visakha Dasi.
Sir Keir spoke to Her Grace about being the first female president of a major Hindu Temple in the UK and recognised her endeavor in keeping the temple open during the pandemic.
Sir Keir was then shown around the temple, where he learned about its history – particularly how George Harrison of The Beatles’ love of spiritual philosophy led him to donate the mock-Tudor building and 78 acres of land almost 50 years ago.
Her Grace Vishaka Dasi said: “We were delighted to warmly welcome Sir Keir Starmer to Bhaktivedanta Manor and provide an insight into our extraordinary legacy and plans for the future.
“Next year we celebrate our 50th anniversary, and we warmly invite everyone to join us as we commemorate this wonderful milestone.”
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