Grenfell families ’heartbroken’ as PM denies inquiry panel request

Families of Grenfell Tower fire victims are "heartbroken" Theresa May has denied requests for a diverse, decision-making panel to sit with the head of the public inquiry.

Adel Chaoui, who lost four relatives in the blaze, started a 22,000 signature petition delivered to Downing Street earlier this month, calling for an independent panel amid doubts over Sir Martin Moore-Bick’s suitability.