Trade unionists on trial in Turkey

Trade Union representatives outside the court of Justice in Sapanca, North West Turkey.
 
Arzu Çerkezoğlu’s case is one of many taking place against progressive trade unionists in Turkey at the moment.
The erosion of democracy, rights and the rule of law in the country means that defending workers’ rights comes with extraordinary risks, so UNISON’s solidarity as an international court witness is essential.
Arzu Çerkezoğlu is a medical doctor and pre