Councillors pledge to tackle “deep-seated inequalities” with new panel

Monday 3rd August 2020

In the wake of George Floyd’s death and the global Black Lives Matter movement that followed, the council has voted to stand in solidarity with protesters to challenge structural racism.

Members have recognised their own privilege and shared stories of when they and loved ones have been discriminated against.

Leading a motion at the full council meeting on 23rd July, Councillor Grant Johnson said: “We aren’t the most diverse authority in the UK and we use that as a way of not taking equality issues as seriously as we should.

“We need to stand up and support communities, no matter how small, and ensure they are not left behind.

“It’s really important we all stand together as a council on this.”

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