The STUC was uncompromising in its backing
for a comprehensive arms embargo on Israel
until it ends its violations of international
law and Palestinian human rights.
Delegates condemned the terrible Israeli
assaults on Gaza over the Summer of 2014
which left thousands of Palestinian civilians
dead and many more injured and homeless,
many of them children.
Sam Macartney, Chair of UNISON Scotland’s
International Committee told Congress
that we need a clear commitment from politicians
to support Palestine rights for world
recognition as a nation.
“The campaign continues,”
said Sam and told delegates of a range
of important events as part of the campaign
to end arms trading with Israel.
SPSC End Arms Trade to Israel Conference:
9th May 2015 at 9.00am in the Renfield
Centre, 260 Bath Street, Glasgow
Nakba Day recognising 67 years of catastrophe
for Palestine and its people – exhibitions;
history; photographs; videos and personal
testimony from Palestinians.: 15th May
2015 11am – 6.30pm George Square,
Glasgow. Come for the day or stop by anytime.
This will be followed by a Public Meeting
at 7pm in Strathclyde University’s
student union, 90 John Street, Glasgow.
A Palestinian Speaker will speak.
“Let’s show the Palestinian
people why Scotland supports their cause.
The time to act is now!” said Sam.
