Altira condemns demonstration outside its premises

Altira Macau released a statement on Friday, expressing its regrets and condemning a demonstration organized by the Bar-Bending Labor Association at its entrance early that day.
According to eyewitness accounts, the protestors carried a Chinese-style coffin, with the words “Altira the murderer” engraved on it. The protest was allegedly related to an industrial accident that occurred in April last year, which resulted in a worker becoming permanently disabled. The worker also alleged that the hotel had refused to communicate with him or follow up on the incident.
In the statement, Altira Macau said that it is “well aware of the unfortunate accident which occurred last year that we deeply regret.”
“At that time, the case was immediately reported to Macau authorities and to insurers, and all necessary support was provided to the investigations at all times. As a result, it was confirmed that Altira Macau should not be held liable for the unfortunate accident,” the statement said.
Altira described the demonstration on Friday as putting “unlawful pressure” on the hotel, which it said is “not admissible and will not be tolerated.”
“We will report the occurrence to Macau police and reserve our rights to take legal action against the responsible parties,” the hotel stated.