The UK government announced plans to demolish Grenfell Tower nearly eight years after the devastating fire that resulted in 72 deaths. This sensitive process, expected to take around two years, will not begin until after the eighth anniversary of the disaster in June. While some advocate leaving the tower as a memorial, others find its presence distressing, calling for a new memorial instead. Experts indicated that the structure poses safety risks, which contributed to the decision to dismantle it, amid concerns for the emotional impact on bereaved families and survivors.
"It is clear from conversations it remains a sacred site. It is also clear that there is not a consensus about what should happen to it."
"It would not be fair to keep some floors of the building while dismantling others, as doing so would be deeply upsetting for survivors."
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