Tzipi Hotovely marks Tu Bishvat with tree planting ceremony at Kew Gardens

Israeli ambassador to the UK Tzipi Hotovely has planted a tree at London's Kew Gardens to mark the holiday of Tu Bishvat.

In a ceremony earlier today, the ambassador was joined by Kew’s Director of Horticulture, Richard Barley.

During the ceremony Ambassador Hotovely said: “There is no better place than Kew to be marking this important date in the Jewish calendar. It is particularly poignant that we are planting a new tree; new life for a new year.”

Ms Hotovely also made reference to Israel's commitment to fighting climate change, saying:“Our small country is committed to making a big difference, with Israeli technology offering various solutions to the climate crisis.”