Minute's silence held to honour victims of Grenfell Tower fire

The moment took on added poignancy with those gathered also paying tribute to those affected by the terror attack outside Finsbury Park Mosque in London today.

Members of staff from Wolverhampton council joined dignitaries and members of the public for today's commemoration.

Veterans attended the ceremony which concluded with the raising of the Armed Forces Day flag ahead of events to mark the occasion on Saturday.

Sandwell Council also led a minute's silence in Oldbury Civic Square attended by hundreds of staff and members of the public. It was also observed by staff at Dudley Council.

Birmingham City Council also joined the commemorations across the West Midlands.

Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Anne Underwood, said: “Today we held a minute’s silence in Victoria Square outside the Council House for the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire.

“Rev Peter Sellick also led prayers to remember all victims of the Grenfell Tower fire and recent terror attacks, including the attack at Finsbury Park Mosque last night.

“On behalf of the people of Birmingham, I extend deepest sympathies for the many victims kills and injured and offer condolences to their families and friends.

“Tonight the Library of Birmingham will be lit in red, white and blue to show solidarity with all affected in London.”