An event aimed to break myths surrounding refugees and spread the message that they are welcome attracted groups, poets and singers from two counties. Organised by Nottingham and Lincoln Stand Up To Racism groups with help from Care4Calais, Nottingham and Notts Refugee Forum and Refugees Roots it took place in Newark Market Place on March 9. The campaigners gathered from 10am to 1pm proclaiming ‘Newark Welcomes Refugees’ which attracted a lot of curiosity from people across town. Throughout the event, Newark Market Place was home to Newark’s Earth Songs choir and Hope Sing Eternal from Louth, …
