Published June 14, 2018
Thousands of people took part in a silent walk to honour the memory of the 72 people who lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower disaster.
They walked through the streets of London on the first anniversary of the tragedy.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn joined around 5,000 people bearing banners and wearing green for the silent procession.
A memorial service was held at the nearby St Helen’s Church, where the names of the 72 victims were read out.
Charlie Mendy, who lost two family members in the fire and organised the service, said: “It’s a service of healing, community, inclusivity, and solidarity, to know we are not alone.”
Following the service, 73 white doves were released. One for each of the victims and one to represent fears others may have died but have not been recognised.
The Queen and Duchess of Sussex joined a nationwide 72-second national silence, along with Parliament and government buildings.
Firefighters formed a guard of honour and laid down their helmets for the marches as they passed by.
Silent walks have been held in the neighbourhood on the 14th of every month since the fire attracting hundreds of people.
Ahead of the day of remembrance a banner bearing green hearts and the words ‘Grenfell: forever in our hearts’ was added to the safety screen surrounding Grenfell Tower.
The Met Police believe more than 5,000 people attended the evening walk at the end of the day of remembrance.
A vigil was also held at St Clemet’s church, the church where people gathered on the night of the Grenfell Tower tragedy and the victims’ names were read out at 01:30 BST.
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