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Thousands raised in support for family of MoJ cleaner who died with Covid-19 symptoms
Emanuel Gomes died last month from suspected Covid-19

THOUSANDS of pounds have been raised to support the family of a Ministry of Justice (MoJ) cleaner who died last month from suspected Covid-19.

Emanuel Gomes, who was originally from Guinea Bissau, continued to go to work despite displaying symptoms of the virus and died shortly after leaving the central London office on April 23.

His union, United Voices of the World (UVW), says he was obliged to continue cleaning the near-empty offices because he couldn’t afford to take time off.

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