Henry Nowak’s family deserve answers, accountability and the absolute assurance that lessons will be learned. Above all, they deserve justice for Henry.
Voice of the Mirror has its say…
Lessons to be learned
The anguish of Henry Nowak’s family is almost too painful to comprehend.
A mother recalling the knock on the door that brought news of her son’s murder. A father collapsing in grief. A sister clinging to her brother’s clothes as they still carry his scent.
These are the heartbreaking memories of a family whose lives were destroyed by an act of senseless violence.
And his family’s suffering was deepened by his appalling treatment in his final moments.
As he lay bleeding, desperately pleading for help, police handcuffed him. His cries that he had been stabbed were dismissed.
Eight agonising minutes passed and 18-year-old Henry never came home.
His family deserve answers, accountability and the assurance that lessons will be learned.
Above all, they deserve justice. No family should ever have to endure such suffering.
Dignity vital
Britain cannot change the horrors of its involvement in slavery, but it has a duty to confront that shameful chapter with honesty, humility and compassion.
Andy Burnham’s willingness to discuss a formal apology is a welcome recognition that the wounds of slavery still run deep.
Chancellor John Healey is right to acknowledge the tough questions about financial reparations, particularly the responsibility of today’s taxpayers for atrocities centuries ago.
At the Commonwealth summit, the Prime Minister has an opportunity to demonstrate Britain’s willingness to listen.
A meaningful dialogue, conducted with dignity and goodwill, could help build a stronger, more united Commonwealth.
Hull of a trek
After 28 years, 30,000 miles and countless adventures, Karl Bushby has finally made it home to Hull. What an incredible feat of courage, determination and endurance. His mum’s first question? “What time do you call this?” Some things never change.
