Concert highlights human rights issues.A CLASSICAL concert in aid of Amnesty International Amnesty International (AI,) human-rights organization founded in 1961 by Englishman Peter Benenson; it campaigns internationally against the detention of prisoners of conscience, for the fair trial of political prisoners, to abolish the death penalty and torture of is be held in Warwick. The concert given by the Oriflamme Chamber Ensemble is organised by the Mid-Warwickshire Group of Amnesty International under the theme of Human Rights for All in China. It takes place on Saturday at St Mary's Collegiate Church collegiate church n. 1. A Roman Catholic or Anglican church other than a cathedral, having a chapter of canons and presided over by a dean or provost. 2. a. . Malcolm Hancock, the group's chairman, said: "When China won the 2008 Olympics bid in 2001, it promised to improve its human rights record. "However, the Chinese authorities are still failing to meet their commitments and serious human rights violations continue to be reported to be spoken of; to be mentioned, whether favorably or unfavorably. See also: Report across the country." The ensemble will be conducted by Antoine Mitchell. The concert starts at 7.30pm and costs pounds 10 for adults and pounds 5 for children. Tickets are available from Presto Music, Park Street, Leamington, or from Simon on 01926 885346, or on the door. |
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