THE Anne Frank exhibition, which will be staged in Hereford Cathedral throughout October, will feature banners designed and created by Rebecca Birtwhistle.

Rebecca became involved in the exhibition after the organisers saw a publication entitled A Watch in the Night for which she produced the illustrations.

The publication is a collection of poems by her uncle, Gordon Read, which takes as its theme the poet's own experience of war and the impact of the Holocaust.

"This exhibition provides an ideal opportunity to explore such issues as racism, prejudice, intolerance and diversity," said Jackie Boys, project co-ordinator of the Anne Frank exhibition.

"It's an eye-opening exhibition and really gives people food for thought. A local perspective will also be present within the exhibition and by a variety of fringe events," added Jackie.

At the moment there are 23 events within the fringe, including a display exploring the history of racial persecution within Herefordshire, a History of Black Football and a production of the Diary of Anne Frank at The Courtyard.

The Nationwide Conference match between Hereford United and Dagenham & Redbridge will mark the anti-racist week of action in football and the whole month concludes with a visit from Claire Short MP, who will be giving a lecture on The Key to a Safe and Sustainable World.

However, the fringe can still grow! If you have something you would like to be included in this momentous and one-off event, please contact Shelagh Callaghan, project officer for the Anne Frank exhibition, on 01432 373310.