A public inquiry has been launched into the Grenfell Tower fire

A PUBLIC inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire is officially opening.

The head of the investigation, Sir Martin Moore-Bick, has already faced criticism from some of the families affected by the disaster.

He’ll examine evidence on the cause and spread of the fire and the actions of the local authority.

Today (14 September), Sir Martin will deliver his opening statement from the Grand Connaught Rooms in London. He will not take questions afterwards.

Survivors of the fire are expected to watch the speech live on a screen at Notting Hill Methodist church.

What happened at Grenfell Tower?

In the early hours of 14 June, a huge blaze swept through the Grenfell Tower – a 24-storey tower block in London.

The fire killed at least 80 people, and left the survivors homeless.