#justice for grenfell

[ceevee5]

#exactly #uk politics #the queen #grenfell tower #justice for grenfell

[lesbiansandgayssupporttheminers]

#uk politics #justice for grenfell #grenfell tower

[bottlesandbarricades]

So now the firefighters from Grenfell are getting cancer. More blood on the hands of this government and the penny pinching ghouls, who chose money over the safety of human beings. No fucking justice.

#uk politics #british politics #tory britain #fuck the tories #grenfell #justice for Grenfell #tw cancer #Grenfell Tower disaster #the tories #the conservative party

[ladymazzy]

#grenfell #justice for grenfell

[inmyendzz]

In My Endz: North Kensington, Shot by Ayah Mamode

Today marks 6 years since the Grenfell tragedy, where a fire broke out in the 24-storey block. The fire was exacerbated by unsafe cladding approved by the KCTMO (Kensington & Chelsea Tenant Management Organisation) and K&C (Kensington & Chelsea) Council.

The unsafe cladding that worsened the fire still remains on a number of Council Blocks across the UK - 6 years on and social housing tenants’ concerns surrounding fire safety are brushed under the carpet.

Today I’m posting this in memory of the 72 people who passed away, as well as the hundreds of tenants who have been displaced from their homes as a result. Also to keep in mind all the Firefighters and Locals who helped the residents.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-65894129.amp

#grenfell #justice for grenfell #InMyEndz #Neve Ak #London #Social Housing #council housing

[julianvaughanblogs]

From Hillsborough to the Post Office Scandal

Hillsborough, Grenfell, Horizon, Windrush, Orgreave, Daniel Morgan Murder, Shrewsbury 24, Undercover Policing, Contaminated Blood Scandal, Phone Hacking, Blacklisting. The list of miscarriages of justice and the abuse of power in the UK is a lengthy one. The victims may not be connected, but this blog will set out the common threads linking these scandals. I am confident most of you reading this…

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#democracy #Grenfell #Hillsborough #miscarriages of justice #Orgreave #Politics #Post Office Scandal #UK politics #windrush

[hayleylovesjessica]

“I grew up near and went to school with residents of Grenfell tower in West London. Since the tragic fire there in 2017 there has been no #Justice4Grenfell and no change. That’s why this T-Shirt - LINK IN @officialj4g BIO, designed by @whereswale and the team at @bsideldn , is so important. It is a way of coming together to commemorate the 72+ who died needlessly in a way that demands justice, as well as raising funds with all profits going towards their ongoing legal fight for justice. Please join me and show support for our community 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚”

#Hayley Atwell #Grenfell Tower #justice

[breakingjen]

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#a swedish documentary podcast i follow released a new episode today #today’s episode is about the grenfell tower fire in 2007 #it’s been 6 years! 6. years! since it happened and the victims and their families still haven’t gotten justice #it’s utterly atrocious #72 lives were lost and another 70 people were injured #not to mention the hundreds of people who were directly affected #by a tragedy that was absolutely preventable #the building was 24-stories and had no sprinklers no alarm to alert the residents and no fire escapes #only one staircase which had been pointed out by residents for years #but no one listened to them #it’s infuriating #prob tbd

[oldbaton]

Yo I saw a play about Grenfell last night and the entire text was woven in from actual testimony word for word and they way they were able to craft a narrative about it? And these actors were top notch it was a transfer from the national in London.

And the second act is when they’re actually experiencing the fire and I was just. Floored. And the ending had this coup de theatre that was just. Oh my god it’s the best one since the revival of three tall women. Just tears in that house.

And the way it took this and turned it into this conversation about “what do we tell the stories of people who survive something?” Bc no footage of the fire was shown on any of the clever screen work segments. And the way it explored it and e concept of justice was just. Ugh.

Best thing I’ve seen in 2024 thus far

[convertgrapeling]

It's been 5 years since Grenfell and there are nearly 10,000 other buildings which are at risk of a similar fire due to flammable material wrapped around them. There's been no hint of justice for the survivors, nobody held accountable for fire doors that didn't work or cost-cutting measures that killed 72 people.

And the media focus is on Prince William and his wife attending the memorial. For me, this means both the royals and the journos reporting on them are dirty collaborators, knowingly being used to distract from the rage and pain suffered because the safety of poor people wasn't valued enough to pay for proper materials.

#uk politics #grenfell tower #grenfell

[jaybird1306]

Disability campaigners lose legal fight over Grenfell recommendation

Campaign group Claddag, founded by Georgie Hulme (right) and Sarah Rennie (centre-left), took the government to the High Court

By Hayley Clarke & Nathan Standley

Journalist

Campaigners have lost their High Court battle with the government over its decision not to implement evacuation plans for disabled high-rise residents.

Campaign group Claddag wanted it to be a legal requirement for escape plans to be in place for those who might not be able to get out safely in an emergency.

But a Home Office consultation found the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's recommendations would be too costly and impractical to implement.

It is pursuing an alternative idea.

In October 2019, the chairman of the Grenfell Inquiry recommended that there should be a legal requirement for owners and managers of high-rise residential buildings to prepare "Peeps" (personal emergency evacuation plans) for residents with mobility issues or visual, hearing or cognitive impairments.

In the Grenfell fire, which killed 72 people in June 2017, 41% of the tower block's disabled residents died.

Future of Grenfell Tower still unsure six years on

'I want to escape a burning building not sit and wait'

Disabled Grenfell residents 'had no escape route'

In response to the inquiry's recommendations, the Home Office launched a consultation on whether to implement the Peeps proposals.

In May 2022, the government indicated that it would not be introducing a legal requirement for Peeps amid concerns about practicality and cost.

Claddag, which was founded by two disabled tower-block residents, Sarah Rennie and Georgie Hulme, took that decision to a judicial review at the High Court in December.

During the hearing, the Home Office's legal representative argued that the government was actually still consulting on the proposals and a final decision had not yet been made.

Announcing her judgment on Friday, Mrs Justice Stacey ruled that the government had in fact decided against implementing the Peeps recommendation, but said it was entitled to do so after weighing up the fire-safety implications against the costs of delivering it.

In a joint-statement, Claddag's founders said the government had decided to "prioritise money over disabled people's lives" and "leave disabled and older people living in high-rise buildings without means of escape".

A Home Office spokesperson said: "We are pleased with the court's decision as it allows us to get on with delivering proposals that enhance the safety of residents whose ability to self-evacuate in an emergency may be compromised.

"We are currently analysing responses to our public consultation on Emergency Evacuation Information Sharing Plus, which is an alternative to Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, to understand how best to achieve this."

#disablility #disabled #how many disabled people have tories killed now???

[ceevee5]

#uk politics #jon snow #you know nothing jon snow #justice for grenfell

[eaglesnick]

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.

Only In England!

The recent case of Andrew Malkinson, who was wrongly imprisoned for 17 years for a crime he did not commit, has highlighted failures within   the criminal justice compensation scheme.

First, the Justice Secretary decides if the individual is entitled to compensation. It is not an automatic right.

“The statutory scheme gives the Justice Secretary discretion to pay compensation to a wrongly convicted person “when his conviction has been reversed or he has been pardoned on the ground that a new or newly discovered fact shows beyond reasonable doubt that there has been a miscarriage of justice”.(commonslibrary: Miscarriage of Justice: compensation schemes)

If the Justice Secretary does decide an applicant is eligible for compensation, an independent assessor decides how much is awarded - up to a maximum of £1million if the applicant has been wrongly imprisoned for more than 10 years

But here is the rub. The assessor:

“…can make deductions for any conduct of the applicant that contributed to the conviction, for his criminal record and for “saved living expenses” .(commonslibrary: Miscarriage of Justice: compensation schemes)

It is the phrase “saved living expenses” that beggars belief, for what it means is that the victim of wrongful imprisonment and a miscarriage of justice is CHARGED for their stay in prison out of their compensation payment!

The " Miscarriage of justice: compensation schemes”            document (06/03/15) clearly states:

“… these deductions may be so great that only a nominal amount of compensation will be payable.”

In other words the State, having wrongly imprisoned someone and having deprived them of their freedom and reputation, then add insult to injury by charging them board and lodging  for their wrongful incarceration.

I only learned about this today, after listening to an interview with Andrew Malkinson, but it has been going on for decades.

“A man freed after spending 11 years in jail for a murder he did not commit has been charged £37,000 for his bed and board while behind bars."  (Independent: 24/05/02)

Wrongly convicted prisoners, the Windrush generation, the Post Office scandal victims, the Grenfell Tower survivors, and Hillsborough disaster victims have all experienced the reluctance of the State to admit liability and pay compensation even after the courts have ruled they are legally entitlesdto compensation.

No wonder Mr Malkinson has decided he no longer wants to live in this country!

#uk politics #uk justice #compensation #prison #false imprisonment #claw back #injustice

[ukrfeminism]

The UK’s first national civil rights organisation established to advance justice and equity for Black people has been launched.

The Black Equity Organisation (BEO) was founded by some of the country’s most influential Black figures from the worlds of business, law, arts and social justice including shadow foreign secretary David Lammy MP, academic David Olusoga, chief executive Karen Blackett, business leader Dame Vivian Hunt and artistic director Kwame Kwei-Armah.

It is hoped that this organisation would have the same level of scale as the National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NAACP) in the United States, founded in 1909 by Black progressives. 

Mr Lammy, who once practised as a barrister, told The Independent “we need a national civil rights organisation dedicated to the struggle in good times and bad”.

“As a young Black man, growing up in the 70s and 80s was hard. I experienced everyday racism at school, from the police and on TV. I witnessed the growth of the National Front first-hand. Despite the despair, I hoped that the future could only get better for Black people in Britain. But after the Windrush scandal, the Grenfell fire and other endless tragedies, it became clear that progress was too slow,” the Tottenham MP said.

“After the death of George Floyd, Black and white people Britons came together to show their frustration at the UK’s shortcomings in tackling racism. It is now time to move from protest to action.

“I am proud to be a part of an organisation that will be at the forefront of the fight for racial justice and equality. The Black Equity Organisation will be a symbol of struggle and hope for Black people and their allies across this country as we take this next step in the fight against racial inequality.”

The BEO already has the support of some of leading companies including Sky and several of the country’s foremost law firms.

This comes a year after the government-backed Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities (CRED) published a widely-condemned report which suggested that institutional racism doesn’t exist in the UK. 

By a clear contrast, BEO has been launched on the premise that systemic racism not only exists but plagues millions of people across Britain.

Systemic racism, the legacy of historic policies and attitudes means that 50 per cent of Black children live in poverty, Black mothers are four times more likely to die in childbirth and at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, Black people were four times more likely to die from Covid than white people. 

Launched around the second anniversary of George Floyd’s murder and the global wave of anti-racist protests which ensued, the BEO will focus on key areas where Black people face greatest inequity including economics, education, politics, criminal justice, healthcare and housing.

Over time, the BEO plans to work with and complement the work grassroots, community and other charity organisations who have been tackling these issues for decades to “bring about change”. 

It will use all the tools available to ensure that there is equity for Black people including litigation where appropriate to challenge systemic racism through the courts with appointed staff members such as a “director of Justice”, charged with helping Black people access legal advice and representation. 

BEO’s chair of Trustees Dame Vivian Hunt said: “We are proud to launch the Black Equity Organisation, the UK’s first national Black British civil rights organisation.

“We are committed to addressing the full range of systemic challenges facing the Black British population and will help both Black and all Britons reach their full potential.

“We respect and stand on the shoulders of the many grassroots organisations across the country. We will convene and work in partnership with grassroots, national and ally organisations to deliver real change.”

BEO board members anticipate that there will be challenges ahead, however board member Kwame Kwei-Armah told The Independent that the fact that the organisation has been launched is, in itself, indicative that “the tide is turning”.

“This is a  generational moment and history will note those who stood up and acted to dismantle systemic racism, and we will working with community organisations, activists and those outside the community to make it happen,” the Young Vic’s artistic director said.

“Second, history has shown that those in power are often behind the curve when it comes to social change. Black equity is no different.  I’m not worried. The very fact that we are here is evidence that the tide is turning.

“In terms of other challenges, we know that change happens when we work together rather than those who in the current social climate, like to divide and spread fear. BEO knows when we make ground, there is benefit for everyone. So we will work in partnership with others for common goals, including working with government where possible to address issues affecting Black communities. We know we are stronger when we act together.”

In addition to those named above, BEO’s Board of Trustees also includes business leader Ric Lewis, social justice lawyer Marcia Willis Stewart QC, disability campaigner Michelle Daley, social entrepreneur Yvonne Field and co-founder of Conservatives Against Racism for Equality Siobhan Aarons. Its youngest trustee is 19-year-old former youth MP Athian Akec.

[spacehorrors]

tma review e161-180

every time I start these reviews I'm like we're really in it now folks but we're SO past that point now

top episodes

E169 Fire Escape: so this one came across quite strongly to be a Grenfell allegory which was disturbing to listen to, similarly to the next episode that deals with xenophobia and disease. As an episode I enjoyed it because I usually enjoy ones that play with houses and homes which turn against you. It was just horrible listening to all of the ways they could've escaped that were shut off.

164 The Sick Village: like the previous episode, this one was a lot to listen to because it was skating SO so close to real life and both of the episodes are examples of how horror reflects society's fears. I thought it was also good example of how the new statement style suited different types of stories.

E171 The Gardener: love love playing with structure and I enjoyed this one being like an instruction manual. The treatment of human beings like plants and flowers ough it was a lovely crossover of things I love.

E170 Recollection: so I was conflicted about this one but god hearing Martin say "oh hello!" to that tape recorder over and over and hearing him trying to figure out where he was over and over it was just devastating. like ouch and the chair that is never comfortable and the house that is never his.

E176 Blood Ties - just loved how this one was written to be honest not much complexity in my opinion lol! I just enjoyed how it sounded.

general thoughts

To get this out the way um I already covered my thoughts on the children episode in an ask but yes I thought that was messed up. I'm still not convinced on the children's fear is not as fully developed as adults? Like I thought they'd be easier to manipulate but I thought it was a good messed up idea. It also raised the issue of the moralities of the avatars again like I enjoy them toying with just how much these avatars are in control or have a choice in these matters.

THE DOMAINS. I already made this joke but uh lord of the rings? I think the domains are a good way to distinguish what makes this the end of the world rather than just a smorgasbord of fear it's like they're sort of in competition.

So. Jon ended the world. I think it's interesting to see the balance of blame in him like is he only blamed if he enjoys the aftermath? Did he know what would come at the end of the statement? Interesting. Especially since Jon's guilt is mainly seen through Martin, how does this change it? Very interesting.

The "knowing everything" aspect is interesting but my favourite part of it is grappling with whether Jon is enjoying it or it's destroying him or both.

So the changes to the statements themselves. Narratively I enjoy it because it allows for a lot more experimentation like that wild poem or the instructions in the gardening flesh one. It's super fun!

Smiting. Why do we have to call it smiting that's such a funny word for a not funny occurrence. I think it's like incredibly interesting because Martin and Jon clearly have very different views on what is actually being achieved via it. The KILL BILL line made me laugh a lot ngl especially with Simon Fairchild. but also the difference between vengeance and justice AND ALSO the fact that Jon is also an avatar. Like what's the line between him and the others yknow? And I think that's a line Martin is going to have to reconcile with pretty soon. Love his I love my murder boyfriend attitude though.

Last thing is that I was kind of impressed with how they managed to make the end of the world just a never ending depressing awful time because I thought that'd be bad but I think the balance they've stricken works well.

character thoughts

Basira and Daisy. Honestly? I found Daisy's death a little underwhelming but I'm not sure what I would have preferred. I thought Daisy recognising Basira was a nice touch and of course you had to have the little "is Basira going to join her" note that I liked. I thought they finished Daisy's arc quite well though I was a bit worried they would lean too heavily into the "oh yeah well she was good at the end" rather than focus on the whole brutal past. Um yeah! I'm sort of undecided but like Basira having to kill Daisy has always been on the cards and what's been built up.

Martin - the dog in the archives..... dear lord my boy. anyway I've been enjoying him this season. I think it's been nice to see how he handles things. Especially nice when he clearly states well no I don't want to do that or I don't like it when YOU do that like yes!! Character growth good for you.

:)..... YESSS Jon have conflicting feelings about your own part in the end of the world and your duty to save everyone and your vengeance. Literally more moral dilemmas please they're very fun to listen to. I particularly liked the bit with Jude Perry and like exploring if he's going to put other people's safety and comfort to one side to find out more, to avenge himself.

Jon AND Martin because they need their own section yes I think they're sweet yes I think they're doomed. Yes I'm enjoying their funny moments yes I think they're going to inevitably hurt each other. I want to walk into the ocean. Enjoyed the early season where it was just a bunch of eldritch monsters reacting to them dating like that was so funny. Listen I'm a sucker for romance ok I'm sorry this is a horror but love IS the centre of horror so.

Tim and Sasha THOSE RECORDINGS WERE MEAN. THEY WERE MEAN AND THEY HURT MY FEELINGS. >:( which I know was the point but god the idea that Sasha should've been archivist is such a CONCEPT. god. and Tim. sounding so happy.... puts everything is such a horrible context. the way Sasha was smart and competent but it wasn't enough to save her. god. head in my hands. that happy birthday recording.

Where is Melanie...... WHERE IS SHE. can I please see Melanie and Georgie soon I miss them so much.

predictions

my main prediction is sort of to do with uh a certain main character whose name rhymes with gone's death. um. I geniunely don't know how they're going to kill Elias apart from my Georgie theory because they've already said that killing Jon doesn't turn the world back. so maybe Jon is doomed to keep watch over wherever they imprison them? I don't know. I'm very worried about it.

CONFLICT BETWEEN MARTIN AND HIS IDEAL OF JON because like yes of course that's been erased away gradually but I feel like one thing is just going to push Martin too far and they're going to have a proper fight about it.

I also think prediction one and two might feed in to each other but I want to think no more about it 😭😭

I will not shut about this one but I'm still convinced Georgie is instrumental to all this. she literally doesn't feel fear how is she not instrumental.

I think I need to take a bit more interest in Annabelle Cain because I have a feeling the Web will be instrumental in taking down Elias. Like, they've got to establish a plan at some point that isn't just walk to London yknow.

THE LIGHTER. can we have some explanation. I also think they should burn the archives down in honour of Gertrude and trap Elias inside. :) I think that would be fun.

hmm. what else do I think. I really don't know to be honest I just don't see it ending with anything but devastation..

ok <3 that's all thanks everyone for tuning in. send me asks, are without spoilers etc whatever!

#tma review #tma reviews #tma lb #✌️✌️✌️

[bhrarchinerd]

North Kensington has been bracing itself for the arrival of the fifth anniversary of the Grenfell Tower Fire today. The inquiry rolls on with its constant revelations about the rot at the heart of our corporate and political cultures, and the Grenfell families and survivors are left waiting for a semblance of justice. As we look back, we also look, with trepidation and distrust, towards any possibility of a better and more holistic approach to problems of building and fire safety.

#Architecture #Fire Safety #Flammable Cladding #Flammable Construction #Grenfell Tower Fire #Grenfell Tower #Grenfell