A statement from Tommy Campbell, Unite, reproduced on behalf of the ATUC
Long may the struggle continue for a better life for all workers as we resist the rise of the far right ideology that only serves the bosses interests.
Our class’s history
has a lot to teach us about the roots of our socialist radicalism and
militant trade unionism.
When we remember
that people were shot dead so we could have the 8-hour day
When we recall that
Trade Unionists around the world along with child victims of industrial
accidents who have marched in the streets protesting against their working
conditions and against the use of child labour only to be beaten down by the
police, army and company hired thugs.
When recall the
many thousands of Trade Unionists, Community Activists and radical campaigners
murdered every year in other countries around the world for no other reason but
for standing up and fighting for their democratic rights.
The sacrifices of
so many people cannot be forgotten or we’ll end up fighting for those same
gains all over again.
This is why we celebrate International Workers’ Day. And that is why we hope to see you all at the May Day March and Rally on Sat 2nd May to continue the struggle for social justice and equality.
NO PASARAN!!!
Tommy Campbell
Unite Regional
Officer
Aberdeen Trades Union Council
