Workers' Memorial Day - 28th April

Sunday 28th April 12.30-2.30pm
Bristol Cathedral

The South West TUC Executive has confirmed its support for a grand gathering of trade unionists and others who wish to remember those killed and injured at work and fight to protect the living. Plans are being developed for a short event in Bristol Cathedral involving the TUC, unions, people who have faced the trauma of accidents at work, various faith community representatives, those who have responsibility for public health and safety at work, etc. People will be invited to gather outside the Cathedral at 12.30 with as many union banners we can muster in order to join a gathering from 1 to 2pm. We hope to a have a good cross section of speakers along with music from Red Notes Choir. It will be important to reflect the international dimension and remember workers around the world killed to supply us with goods, services and news. The event will also highlight those who suffer for challenging dangerous conditions and confront the current attack on health and safety regulations. Following the event, wreaths will be laid at the Workers’ Memorial Day plaque in Castle Park. Plans are still taking shape so please let southwest@tuc.org.uk know if you have suggestions for speakers, music or guests to invite.