There was strong representation by Fórsa’s Galway branch at a recent anti-racism rally in Galway City on 28th September.

The march, organised by the Galway Anti-Racism Network (GARN) sought to unify the community against rising racism, and oppose direct provision.

Union branch activists, community groups and local representatives met the residents of the Great Western Direct Provision Centre before marching through the city to the Eglington Direct Provision Centre in Salthill.

Fórsa official Pádraig Mulligan spoke briefly at the event, in support of colleagues in GARN, and opposing racism.

“We want to show solidarity with our community here in Galway” said Pádraig.

“Galway is the city of the tribes, a multicultural city. No matter where you’re from you’re always welcome here and we will not tolerate racist behaviour in this town” he said.

For more information on GARN click here.