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Rema Mukena

Why a silent walk will be taking place in Bristol city centre

A silent march in remembrance of those who lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower fire is taking place in Bristol next weekend.

The aim of the walk on March 15 is to highlight phase two of the inquiry, which will attempt to explain why the disaster happened.

It was rearranged from last month due to Storm Dennis.

The organisers also want to remind Bristolians of the tragic incident at the 24-storey tower block which claimed the lives of 72 people and injured more than 70.

Amy G, a contemporary circus theatre performer and Bristol4Grenfell organiser, said: “They chose in one of the richest boroughs in the world to utilise cheap, combustible material that rendered Grenfell tower into a death trap.

Amy G (Matthew Phillip Long)

“We will be walking alongside the bereaved and the survivors from Grenfell United to pay respects to the 72 people that were taken on that night in central London.

“We want to stand beside them during the course of justice asking for truth and accountability but also to raise awareness that this isn't a local problem for Kensington, but a national problem.”

The silent walk will be starting at the Fountains in Broad Quay and the group will potentially be making its way around the Horsefair, up through Castle Park, back to the Fountains and up to College Green.

The route will be confirmed on the Bristol4Grenfell Facebook page prior to the event taking place.

The Bristol4Grenfell team, was initially formed by Desmond Brown, Community Coordinator for Safer Options Team.

Many different communities from Bristol come together to support Grenfell (Matthew Phillip Long)

The idea was to remind people in the city that the aftermath of Grenfell Tower is still real and is still affecting the lives of those who were involved, years later.

Some residents are still living in hotels, and there are those who are continuing to mourn the loss of loved ones.

Amy G added: “It’s a ticking time bomb and we’re asking why the government isn't trying to protect its citizens with urgency. This is a national emergency.

Remembering those who lost their lives (Matthew Phillip Long)

“No matter how close or far, we need to keep organising, keep sharing the names of those responsible and support the ongoing work of Grenfell United who are not only working to get justice for their loved ones, but are also campaigning for the safety of us all around the country."  

Phase two of the Grenfell Tower inquiry is expected to conclude in 2021 with a report looking at the causes.

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