Following another successful May Day parade in Belfast, the message from Belfast Unemployed Resource Centre (BURC) is one of building a better future for all workers.
Thousands gathered on Saturday (2nd May) for the vibrant march.
Music and speeches from the stage in Writers’ Square preceded the parade, which weaved its way through the city centre at potential.
Aisling Cartmill, co-ordinator, Belfast Unemployed Resource Centre, said: “BURC supports better and fairer working conditions for all employees. We recently celebrated May Day, a celebration linked to when labour rights began.
“A timely reminder of the importance of protecting and recognising workers’ rights. We welcome the discussion around the potential introduction of the Good Jobs Bill NI, which would support workers to access unions and create a better work-life balance, where zero-hour contracts are restricted and the focus shifts towards the worker.
“Such a progression would enhance the lives and rights of every worker within NI society.”
The May Day events continue this week, running until 9th May.
You can view the programme here.
Picture: Monica Oliveira and Aisling Cartmill from the Belfast Unemployed Resource Centre volunteering at a stall at the Black Box