FAITH LEADERS LIGHT CANDLES FOR VICTIMS OF HATE CRIME

From today's Leicester Mercury:

Faith leaders light candles for victims of hate crime 

Prayers were said and candles were lit yesterday to mark the launch of anti-hate crime week. 

Faith leaders from different religions gathered at Leicester Cathedral to remember the victims and families. 

Friday is International Day Against Hate Crime. 

The week has been organised by Leicestershire Police and the Stamp It Out campaign, a community-led project committed to challenging, tackling and stamping out hate crime throughout the county. 

Cathedral chancellor David Monteith said: "The week is about remembering those who have died from hate crimes and those who continue to be victimised. 

"Yesterday, we lit candles and held silences and it was very moving. 

"It was also great to see such a variety of cultures and religions committed to working together for the campaign. 

"The victims need to have a voice and we're all working together to stamp out hate." 

The gathering was the first of a series of activities which are running throughout the county this week. 

For more information, visit: stamp-it-out.co.uk