Four months since the Grenfell tower disaster

Scaffolding is seen with coverings at the base of the burned-out-shell of Grenfell Tower in London on October 17, 2017 as investigations continue into the tragedy. (AFP)

The recent history of social housing is one of contempt for council tenants and denigration of council housing.

The scale of the tragedy at Grenfell is singular, but the underlying causes of the fire are deeply economic and political. This approach to and accompanying narrative about social housing dates back to the 1980s. It is still driving processes of urban gentrification across London.

As Londoners get to grips with the tragic losses at Grenfell Tower, reports have emerged about a recent refit that the tower underwent.


Press TV’s website can also be accessed at the following alternate addresses:

www.presstv.co.uk

SHARE THIS ARTICLE
Press TV News Roku