To commemorate the passing of a former President of the Belfast Trades Union, Pearse McKenna, the Council have commissioned a publication “Until Labour Knows No Master”. The pamphlet includes contributions from activists and academics both local and international with articles a range of subject areas including international solidarity, imperialism, the Troubles and the ongoing challenge of increasing violence against women and girls.
Pearse who passed away in 2025 was a stalwart trade unionist was dedicated to the cause of anti sectarianism. His work in this area led to a failed assasination attempt by the Ulster Freedom Fighters in 1991 after he had made a stand to promote a workplace free from sectarian symbols and flags, as an ATGWU shop steward in Ormeau Bakery.
Everyone welcome on the night to hear both tributes of Pearse and also a discussion on how his work must continue into the future
Part of May Day Belfast 2026
- Thursday 7th May
- 7.00pm
- Irish Congress of Trade Unions Building, Donegall Street, Belfast
Find out more about May Day Belfast Festival and download the programme here
