Workers Memorial Day is an international event that takes place on the 28th of April every year. In various towns and cities over the UK (and abroad) Trade Unionists come together to "remember the dead and fight for the living".The main thrust is to remember those unfortunate enough to have lost their lives in the course of their work, usually as an accident. It is also of course to focus on the fact that workplaces with active and organised Trade Union's in place are statistically far safer than those with out - This is known as "The Union Effect".
The event went well with a good turn out. Speakers from the Fire Brigade Union, local TU Education Unit, MP's and the Mayor spoke. This was underpinned by a short memorial service, some readings and a folk singer.
The service concluded with a release of balloons and a march to the memorial plaque to lay a reeth.
Photos of the event can be found below.
