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Grenfell Survivor’s Rage Over New Hire | London News
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- Sep 15, 2026
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Summary
A former housing director from Kensington and Chelsea, Laura Johnson—involved in key decisions leading up to the Grenfell Tower fire—is set to take a senior role at The Barnet Group, sparking outrage among survivors and bereaved families who see it as a betrayal of accountability. The Grenfell Inquiry had highlighted her involvement in critical failures, including the tower’s overcladding and faulty fire doors. While Barnet Council defends the appointment as the result of a fair recruitment process and emphasizes resident safety, Grenfell United has demanded the council pause and review the hire. The government acknowledges the controversy but notes councils have autonomy over hiring. For those still grieving and seeking justice, this move feels like another step backward. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ck1e542j415no More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e4cee7a277e8f779 Report issues to [email protected].