The government’s decision to demolish Grenfell Tower has sparked fury amongst survivors and their families. Deputy Prime ...

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London’s Grenfell Tower, which was engulfed in flames more than seven years ago in a disaster that killed 72 people, will be demolished, bereaved families and survivors said on Thursday.