Opposing Genocide Should Not Be Political

This week, my workplace implemented a new uniform policy because I’ve been wearing a Free Palestine badge. They said that even wearing just a Palestine badge would be too “political” and sent this out today:

It was escalated to HR and the BMA, and long story short: they’re allowed to make me do this as long as every “political” statement from staff also gets disallowed, hence the new policy.

To say I am disappointed would be an understatement. I fundamentally believe that this is an humanitarian issue, not a political one, and as healthcare professionals we should all be concerned about the disregard of international law, as well as moved by the plight of our colleagues under attack in Palestine.

Innocent civilians are being killed, and hospitals are no longer safe. So I think showing solidarity with them is important, especially us healthcare professionals at work, because we have the privilege of working in a safe environment, and unlike the brave doctors in Gaza, we’re not having to take care of and treat patients under such horrific settings.

Raising awareness of what is going on is a moral and humanitarian duty, not a political one, so FREE PALESTINE.

And to all the MPs who voted against a ceasefire yesterday, as well as those who abstained, history has its eyes on you all.

To get involved in local action calling for a ceasefire in Palestine, click here.