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Minute's silence held in City Hall for victims of racism

Rebecca Noonan
Rebecca Noonan

09:06 9 Jun 2020


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A minutes silence was held in City Hall last evening to honour all victims of racism here in Cork and across the country.

It follows a Black Lives Matter protest on the Grand Parade yesterday which was attended by hundreds.

The demonstration was held in solidarity with George Floyd who died after being restrained by a police officer.

Those in attendance knelt for eight minutes 46 seconds, which is the length of time a police officer was seen kneeling on George Floyd's neck.

Speaking to RedFM News this protester says she's been the victim of racist abuse here in Cork - press PLAY

Minute's silence held in City Hall for victims of racism

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