Statement by President Michael D. Higgins on the fire at Grenfell Tower
Date: Wed 14th Jun, 2017 | 12:30
President Michael D. Higgins has, in a statement issued this morning, expressed his profound sympathy to all those affected by the devastating fire at Grenfell Tower, London.
“May I offer my heartfelt sympathy and that of the people of Ireland to the families of those who have lost their lives, as well as to those injured and affected by this dreadful tragedy.
Our thoughts are with all those who are grieving or suffering at this sad time.
I have asked to be kept informed as further details emerge.
I will be writing to the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, to convey the sympathy and support of the Irish people."