South Down MLA Chris Hazzard has asked local sports’ chiefs to postpone fixtures on Saturday on 14 February so that local clubs can mobilise for the Love Downe rally in Downpatrick.
The Sinn Féin MLA said: “I have written to every local sports club this week in order to mobilise support across the county for the Valentine’s Day rally in Downpatrick – it is crucial that the public come out and show their support for our local hospital.
“Our local GAA, soccer, hockey, and rugby clubs all rely on our local hospital in their time of need, and our local clubs have been fantastic in the last year in supporting our call to protect the Downe.
“Unfortunately it has come to my attention that a number of clubs would love to bring big numbers to the rally but are currently scheduled to compete in fixtures in the local leagues.
“It is a predicament that leaves a large chunk of the support for the Downe with a horrible choice to make.”
Mr Hazzard added: “I have now contacted the organisers of our local leagues to ask that they allow clubs to postpone their fixtures so that our entire community can stand united in support for the Downe Hospital. I am hopeful that we can find a suitable accommodation.”
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