What did the Sun say about the Hillsborough disaster?

What did the Sun say about the Hillsborough disaster?

In 2005, 15 years after the disaster, The Sun published the following official statement: “Our carelessness and thoughtlessness following that blackest of days made the grief of their families and friends even harder to bear.

Is Hillsborough stadium still used?

It is only used as a congregation area for the police and stewards, and has not held fans since the 1989 Hillsborough disaster.

Where is the Queen’s home in Ireland?

Hillsborough Castle
Hillsborough Castle is an official government residence in Northern Ireland….

How often does the Queen visit Hillsborough?

It varies, but probably on average two – three times a year. The most well- known occasion is for the Royal Garden Party, in late summer, hosted by a member of the royal family, when invited guests enjoy tea in the beautiful grounds. Is the village called Hillsborough because it is on a hill?

Why is justice for the 96 now 97?

Fans at Saturday’s game with Burnley chanted “Justice for the 97”. Mr Devine was 22 at the time of the disaster, when overcrowding occurred on the terraces of Sheffield Wednesday’s Hillsborough stadium on 15 April 1989. In 2016, inquests concluded that the 96 fans who had died had been unlawfully killed.

Did the Hillsborough families get compensation?

West Midlands and South Yorkshire police forces agreed to pay damages to more than 600 survivors and family members following Hillsborough disaster cover-up; money will pay for survivors’ injuries and psychiatric treatment, while families of those who died will also receive a payout.

Who owns Hillsborough?

Dejphon Chansiri
Hillsborough Stadium

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