Anti-racism solidarity demonstration for health workers held at Altnagelvin Hospital
The demonstration was organised by the main trade unions involved in the health care sector
An anti-racism solidarity demonstration took place at Derry's Altnagelvin Hospital today.
The demonstration was organised by the main trade unions who are active in the health sector in solidarity with their colleagues who have been impacted by the recent upsurge in racist attacks.
United Against Racism Derry spokesperson Davy McAuley said: "Our health service would fall apart without the people who come here from all over the globe to work in it.
"Everyone of us is indebted to the knowledge, service and skills of migrant workers within the NHS.
"It was heartening today to join hundreds of health workers standing together against the racist hate that a tiny minority is visiting upon our communities.
"Trade unions must lead the fight against racism. We were honoured today to stand with them to show our support for the heroes of our NHS.
"Anyone who lives here, belongs here. United Against Racism will keep fighting to protect all our neighbours no matter where they were born."
SDLP councillor and health care worker, Catherine McDaid said: "Proud to stand with colleagues today at Altnagelvin, standing against racism, showing our support for our colleagues and friends that call here home.
"We will not allow far right racism to infiltrate our communities, and will not stand for violence, threats or intimidation."