A special vigil has been organised in response to the far-right anti-immigrant movement which has been threatening migrant communities in the UK and Ireland.
The vigil, at Daisy Hill Hospital in Newry this weekend, is organised by UNISON and supported by United Against Racism, Muslim Association of Newry, Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign (Newry branch), Newry LGBTQ+ Women’s Group and community groups.
Theatre Nurse at Daisy Hill, Deirdre Murphy, a co-organiser of the vigil, said: “We have many international healthcare workers at Daisy Hill who no longer feel safe or welcome here.
“Some have been the victims of racist attacks over the last weeks.
“We are calling on the people of Newry and the wider area to show solidarity with them and to demonstrate that racism has no place in our community or on our streets. We are asking all trade unions and community groups to join us to stand up to racism.”
Internationally renowned folk singer and peace activist Tommy Sands will perform.
Stand up to Racism Vigil: Protect our Healthcare workers; Daisy Hill Hospital, Newry. Sunday, August 18 at 2pm.
