7th July attacks on London

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7 July survivor to sue government in first litigation case — by Conrad Murray — last modified 30-09-2006 07:21

A survivor of the 7 July bombings is the first to sue the government because she says she has been refused medical treatment on the NHS.

MP asks ministers to speed 7th July compensation — by Murdo Maguire — last modified 04-07-2006 05:29

Ministers are being urged to settle all compensation claims from those seriously injured or bereaved in the 7 July bombings in London.

Survivors meet Reid to press for 7/7 inquiry — by Murdo Maguire — last modified 23-05-2006 03:59

7th July attack survivors met Home Secretary John Reid yesterday and pressed their case for an enquiry into why and how the attacks happened. The government has thus far resisted calls for an inquiry of any kind. But Rachel North, who was caught up in the blast near King's Cross, said the taks had been "productive" and there had been a "willingness" to listen and co-operate during the two-hour meeting. Monday's talks came as the government pledged an extra £2.5m in compensation for those injured or bereaved by the attacks.

£2.5m extra compensation for July bomb victims — by Murdo Maguire — last modified 22-05-2006 08:41

Victims of the 7 July London bombings are to receive increased compensation after criticism about the amounts being offered. The Home Office said an extra £2.5m would be available due to the "exceptional nature" of the attacks. The government has already paid out more than £2m to victims. The additional compensation, which could double some victim's payments, will be distributed before the first anniversary of the bombings. Details of how the money will be awarded will be announced next week.

Two minutes silence for London bombings anniversary — by Murdo Maguire — last modified 18-05-2006 09:38

A two-minute silence is to be held on 7 July to mark the first anniversary of the London bombings that killed 52 people, Tessa Jowell has announced. The national silence, at noon, is to be followed by a memorial event in the capital's Regent's Park.

MI5 withheld evidence from Parliament on July 7th bombings — by Michael Evans — last modified 15-05-2006 08:23

The full extent of what was known about the July 7 bombers was not disclosed to the parliamentary committee that investigated intelligence failings in the run-up to the suicide attacks and cleared the organisation of negligence. The omissions have intensified calls for an independent inquiry into how Britain’s security machinery failed to thwart the bombings that killed 52 Tube and bus passengers.

Negligence and inquiry denied but Reid drops hints on 7/7 compensation — by Murdo Maguire — last modified 12-05-2006 07:10

A public inquiry into the 7 July bombings is not necessary and could divert resources from security, Home Secretary John Reid has said. Mr Reid told MPs he would invite bereaved families of the 52 victims to meetings so he could explain to them personally his reasoning. The Conservatives say there should be a full independent inquiry, while the Lib Dems want a full public inquiry.

July 7: official reports will say 'No intelligence failures and Iraq war not to blame' — by Murdo Maguire — last modified 11-05-2006 06:37

Renewed demands for a full public inquiry into the July 7 London bombings are expected after the failure today of two official reports into the terrorist attacks to identify intelligence blunders or a clear link with British foreign policy.

7/7 bomb victim slams compensation payout system — by Conrad Murray — last modified 24-04-2006 08:03

A man who lost both legs and an eye in the London bombings has said he is disgusted he has to rely on the charity of friends and family for his future. Daniel Biddell, 27, was speaking ahead of the London marathon where many of those he now depends on will be raising money for him. He said the compensation system was not "geared up for a terrorist attack".

Emergency procedures need overhaul say 7/7 survivors — by admin — last modified 24-03-2006 05:34

Survivors of the July 7 terrorist attacks yesterday condemned the emergency operation that followed and called for procedures to be overhauled. Commuters travelling on the three targeted tube trains accused the authorities of being under-prepared and of doing too little for those injured and traumatised.

7/7 victims relate shortcomings — by admin — last modified 23-03-2006 17:29

A survivor of London's 7 July bombings has called for aircraft style lighting on Tube trains at an inquiry into the emergency response to the attacks. Twelve survivors are going before the London Assembly committee, which is finding what lessons can be learnt. The survivor, called John, also said there should be first aid kits on board trains and he called for train guards to be reintroduced

New questions for Police chief on Menezes death — by admin — last modified 16-03-2006 06:15

Met Police chief Sir Ian Blair is facing new questions over when he knew an innocent man had been shot dead on the London Underground last year. He has always said he did not know that Brazilian Jean Charles de Menezes had been killed until the following day. But the Independent Police Complaints Commission has been told by another senior officer that someone in his office believed six hours after the shooting that the wrong man had been shot.

7/7 charity payments reach £7m — by admin — last modified 16-03-2006 01:01

More than £7m in charity payments has been given to victims of the 7 July bombings, the London Bombing Relief Charitable Fund (LBRCF) has announced. Anyone who has not yet contacted the charity has until 31 March to apply.

Families set to sue over 7/7 errors — by admin — last modified 16-03-2006 01:01

Families of the 7 July bombing victims are preparing to sue over intelligence failings that allowed the suicide bombers to launch their attacks on London. The Observer reports that City law firms representing them have disclosed that they are exploring legal action in the light of growing evidence that the atrocities might have been preventable had there not been crucial mistakes in intelligence in the run-up to the bombing explosions.