Rotherham United dedicate match to steelworkers
The Millers have invited Tata employees to the New York stadium for Saturday's match with Blackburn
Rotherham United are dedicating Saturday's match with Blackburn Rovers to local steelworkers.
The club have invited Tata employees to the New York stadium to help keep the focus on the steel crisis.
The company recently confirmed it was selling all of its UK assets, putting thousands of jobs at risk across the UK, including many in Rotherham and Stocksbridge.
A buyer is still needed to secure the long term future of the industry.
“We are extremely grateful for Rotherham United for inviting us to the AESSEAL New York Stadium for the game with Blackburn,” said Chris Williamson, Branch Secretary of Community Union.
“The steel industry employs thousands of people in Rotherham and the surrounding areas, and is absolutely crucial to the local economy.
“It is a really tough time for many families, not just in South Yorkshire, but across the UK, but the support we have received from the public has provided a much needed boost.
“Today is another example of people coming together to help others in a time of need. Many of Rotherham United’s supporters will come from a family or know a family connected to this crisis in the steel industry, so the support today is not only welcome but crucial in our fight to save jobs.”
Fans are being asked to show their support as workers from Tata Steel show a banner pre-match to highlight the situation.