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Where does the fight against racism in Scotland stand now?
As we begin our annual St Andrew's Day march, we need to take an honest look at what the workers' movement still has to do to achieve racial equality, writes ROZ FOYER
STUC leader Roz Foyer

AS WE approach another annual St Andrew’s march and rally, we must acknowledge that this is a crucial year for the fight against racism.

The Sheku Bayoh Family Justice Campaign needs our continuing support as their inquiry continues, racist British government immigration policy and rhetoric are only getting worse and we face a cost-of-living crisis with attacks on pay that disproportionately impact black workers. 

The Bayoh family’s bravery and tenacity to keep fighting for justice for Sheku must be commended. Sheku died in police custody on the May 3 2015. It’s the family’s courage and perseverance that has led to the public inquiry and is ensuring that Sheku is not forgotten. and that power is held to account.

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