Final Grenfell Tower Report to Reveal Causes Behind 2017 Tragedy
The long-awaited final Grenfell Tower report is set to be published, over seven years after the tragic event. The fire claimed the lives of 72 people, and this report is expected to be a landmark in understanding the disaster.
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The report will delve into the roles of corporate firms, the local authority, London Fire Brigade, and the government. Families of the victims are hoping for meaningful change, as blame was widely distributed during the inquiry.
A 2019 report from the first phase of the inquiry found that the tower’s cladding was non-compliant with building regulations. It was identified as the primary reason for the rapid and shocking spread of the fire.
This final report follows additional hearings on the 2016 refurbishment of the tower. It aims to uncover how the building was allowed to reach a state where the fire could spread so quickly.
Dagenham Fire Reignites Concerns as Grenfell Tower Report Pressures for Justice
The release of this report comes shortly after a fire in Dagenham, east London, reigniting concerns about cladding safety. Survivors and bereaved families argue that progress on building safety remains painfully slow.
The findings of this report could increase pressure on law enforcement and prosecutors to expedite their investigations and bring those responsible to justice.
