Independent Rs Messageboard

[Steve Russell]

Remembering the victims & their families.
From the Club....

'FRIDAY 14th June 2024 marks the seventh anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire - and QPR
continues to pay our respects and remember all those who were affected by the tragedy.

Throughout the last seven years, QPR have worked closely with Grenfell United and Grenfell Foundation
as we aim to support the local area with a number of initiatives.

As we continue to remember the 72 victims and all those affected by the tragedy, the R’s were joined
recently by members of the local community to enjoy a wonderful community event which ran throughout the
evening.

Beginning with a 72-second applause for those that were lost, the Memorial Cup had competitors of all ages
competing on our famous west London pitch, as well as a family fan zone for the young people in attendance.

Paul Menacer, a survivor and co-organiser of the event, explained: “This has been an absolutely amazing milestone
for us.

“We started this event three years ago with around 10 bereaved survivors able to play and participate.

"This year we have had more than 20 bereaved survivors take part in the tournament, our biggest turnout ever.

“The whole point of this being a bit more enclosed and in a community setting is to give bereaved survivors the
opportunity to participate in social exercises, particularly in a professional football stadium surrounded by their
fellow neighbours, family and friends.

He added: “Looking back on the day, I feel like we have achieved our goals. Everyone has enjoyed it and hopefully
next year we can host it here again.

Trust CEO Andy Evans reflected on what was a very special evening in west London.

He explained: “It’s a really important event, not just for the community that has been affected by the Grenfell disaster
but also for us a community club.

“When we stepped in to try and play a part in helping support those affected all those years ago, it was important that we
continued to support the community and what better way than to have everyone here playing in the Grenfell Memorial Cup."

Karim Mussilhy, event co-organiser and nephew of a Grenfell victim, added: “It’s really special for us to be able to bring
families together in this type of environment.

“Some of the family members today we haven’t seen for a very long time as they don’t necessarily interact in big events so
that’s why we felt the need to do it in a more closed and intimate setting.

“With the boys and girls that played today, when Grenfell happened they were small children so to see them on the pitch
playing with us now is very special.

“For me it’s not about putting on an elaborate show, it’s just about making sure everyone is included and we all share an
amazing experience together."

On the seventh anniversary of the fire, the thoughts of everyone at QPR are with the families and friends of all those who
were lost and affected by the tragedy.'

[steveqpr881]

7 effing years, and not only has nobody been prosecuted, but they haven't even finished the public enquiry.
Absolute disgrace.