STUC pleased and relieved that justice has been finally done in Surjit Singh Chhokar murder case

October 5th 2016

STUC pleased and relieved that justice has been finally done in Surjit Singh Chhokar murder case

October 5th 2016

Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) Deputy General Secretary Dave Moxham said:

"The STUC is pleased and relieved that the two decade long battle for justice for Surjit Singh Chhokar and his family has been finally concluded.

'The late Darshan Singh Chhokar and his family never gave up hope for justice in the face of a series of obstacles and judicial failings. Justice has now been done.

ENDS

Notes

10 years ago a bust in memory of Surjit Singh Chhokar, funded by the trade union movement, was unveiled. Trade unionists were in court today to hear the verdict.

For further information contact Dave Moxham 0141 337 8100