RMT general secretary Bob Crow has given his backing to UAF officer Martin Smith, who faces a serious charge in court on Tuesday 7 September.
Martin was arrested on the UAF protest against British National Party leader Nick Griffin’s appearnce on the BBC’s Question Time programme last year. Martin has been charged with assaulting a police officer – a charge he strenuously denies.
Bob, whose RMT members on the London Underground begin a strike this evening, took time out to send a message backing Martin ahead of the court hearing. He said:
Martin is a principled, committed and dedicated fighter against racism and fascism and has my full support.
The picture shows Bob (wearing cap) on a Unite Against Fascism demonstration.
We are urging UAF supporters to join the protest outside Martin’s hearing on Tuesday – details below. If you are unable to come, please send a message of support.
>> Read more messages from union leaders backing Martin
Protest details
Please join us outside the court – and bring your placards and union banners.
9am Tuesday 7 September
South Western Magistrates Court, 176a Lavender Hill, London SW11 1JU
TUBE STRIKE: There will be a tube strike on the day of the hearing – use Clapham Junction rail station (5 mins from Waterloo or Victoria) which is just up the road from the court. Bus routes 35, 37, 39, 49, 77, 87, 156, 170, 219, 295, 319, 337, 344, 345, C3 and G1 all stop close to the court. Please allow extra time to travel by bus because it is rush hour and buses will be crowded during the strike.
>> Download leaflet here
>> Pass this model motion through your union branch
>> Donate towards Martin’s court costs – use the button below
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