10-08-2025
On This Day: Dozens turn out to anti-racism rally in Southend city centre
On this day in 2024, dozens of people gathered for a peaceful rally in Southend's city centre to show a united front against racism.
Stand Up to Racism organised the march through the city centre, following a week of riots that had erupted across England.
The anti-racism gathering took place in High Street, Southend, where residents of all ages chanted and listened to speeches.
Some protesters brought their own signs, expressing their frustrations and hopes in light of the national unrest.
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At the time, organiser Clare Wormald, a Unison representative, expressed satisfaction with the turnout, especially given that the event had been announced only a few days prior.
She said: "Today was a good turnout. I think, you know, it was called quite quickly.
"Racism does still exist and we've got to fight all forms of it."
The event ran smoothly without interruption, with Essex Police officers ensuring the protesters' safety.
[From the Essex Echo of August 10, 2024]
