A campaign to raise money for a landmark statue on North Shields Fish Quay to commemorate the crucial part women played in the port’s success, has received a welcome financial boost.
The North Shields Fishermen’s Heritage Project is aiming to raise £50,000 for a Herring Girl statute to recognise the essential role women have always played in the area’s fishing industry. The appeal was launched last year and has so far raised £15,000.
Now it’s been given a £4,000 boost following an auction held at North Shields singer-songwriter Sam Fender’s favourite pub, the Low Lights Tavern on the Fish Quay. Lots included a bottle of House of Commons whisky signed by the leader of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer, as well as original artwork.
