It’s been more than seven years since Grenfell Tower burned, and now, finally, after a public hearing has reviewed hundreds of pieces of evidence, more than 1,600 witness statements and thousands of documents, the result is crystal clear: all 72 deaths were preventable.
Social issues reporter at the Guardian Rob Boothhas covered the tragedy from its beginning, speaking to victims and experts about what happened on that terrible night and what followed after. Helen Pidd The shocking revelations from the investigation and why the companies and individuals named and accused have yet to be held accountable.
For those who survived this tragedy, and those who lost loved ones, this investigation marks an important step towards achieving justice. Shah Agrani Having lost his mother and aunt, he talks about how the trauma changed his life. Ed DuffranHaving lived in Grenfell, he predicts a fire could break out there and believes this is what happens when profits come before lives. And survivors Thiago Alves Explain what you are going to do to honor the dead.
Now survivors are calling for criminal prosecutions. Rob explains why it's taking so long, and what is being done to prevent new tragedies, with many buildings still using unsafe cladding.
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