E tū stands in solidarity with Pike River families today

E tū is supporting the call by some Pike River families for a halt to work to seal the Pike River mine.

E tū’s staff and members will join the families at a peaceful protest outside Solid Energy’s Christchurch office today at 4pm.

The union’s Southern Region Director of Organising, Alan Clarence says 29 men died in the mine and no one has been held to account.

“We want to show solidarity with the families who simply want every avenue possible explored to see if a drift re-entry is feasible and safe,” says Alan.

“No one has been held accountable for this tragic loss of life and the families want justice, which everyone can understand.

“We also want the truth revealed to the degree this can be safely done.”