Unite condemns EDL’s message of hate

4.2.12

Unite condemns EDL’s message of hate: Unite, the UK’s largest union, strongly condemns the message of hate coming from the EDL, which is due to march through Leicester city tomorrow (Saturday 4 February).

Unite, which has 1.5 million members from all races and religions, is committed to fairness, justice and equality in workplaces and communities in the East Midlands and across the UK.

Unite regional officer, Paresh Patel, said: “The EDL’s message is one of hate which has no place in our society and is totally opposed to trade union values. As a union, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity and advancing the interests of our members irrespective of their age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, creed or disability.

“We want to celebrate the cultural diversity of the city. We are proud of the fact that Leicester city is a multi-faith and multi-cultural city where people of all faiths live and work with each other.”

ENDS