In the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower blaze, UK’s Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is urging the Metropolitan Police and Crown Prosecution Service to act swiftly following the conclusion of the inquiry into the 2017 tragedy. The phase two report has unveiled disturbing details, prompting Labour leader Keir Starmer to issue a state apology.
Rayner emphasized the importance of timely justice, stating that “justice delayed is justice denied.” Meanwhile, the Metropolitan Police anticipates a lengthy process of reviewing the report before pressing criminal charges. The campaign group End Our Cladding Scandal is urging for immediate action to prevent a similar disaster.
Despite the availability of funds for remediation, many buildings with unsafe cladding remain unaddressed. Rayner vows to hold building owners accountable and accelerate the remediation process. She acknowledges the complexity of ownership structures and reassures measures are in place to ensure safety in buildings across the UK.
As the government commits to responding to the report within six months, the focus remains on holding accountable all parties responsible for the avoidable tragedy at Grenfell Tower.
