Martin Howe, a solicitor working with survivors of the Grenfell fire, spoke at the London and Eastern Regional Committee this morning. His telling of the personal testimonies of survivors was very hard hitting. What Grenfell tenants experienced that night in June is unimaginable. The courage described by Martin of those who died, survived and those who assisted on that night was humbling to those of us listening to this harrowing account.
Although, a public enquiry is taking place, there are concerns around the chair of the enquiry as well as proceedings being overwhelmed by legal teams 'defending' the council, and those who made the decisions around the refurbishment of Grenfell Tower. This enquiry cannot be a vehicle driven by lawyers whose only interest is to mitigate any damage directed at their clients. We, trade unions, grass roots groups, and everyone who holds justice dear must be vigilant. We must insist on justice for the dead and the survivors of the Grenfell disaster.
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