Families of British victims mark 25th anniversary of 9/11
Families of British victims gathered in London to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The event featured a memorial sculpture and a video address from Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who emphasized resilience against hatred.
Why it matters
The event highlights the ongoing international impact of the 9/11 attacks and the continued diplomatic and emotional ties between the UK and the US.
By Cachella Smith and Nick Johnson , reporting from Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Published 11 September 2026, 13:11 BST Updated 2 hours ago Families of British victims of 9/11 were among those who gathered in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Friday to mark the 25th anniversary of the attacks in the US.
The event, hosted by UK charity Since 9/11, was held near a memorial sculpture made from steel recovered from the ruins of the World Trade Center.
In a video address played to attendees, Prime Minister Andy Burnham said: "On this anniversary, we must remember that hatred and fear did not have the last word on 9/11."
There were 67 British citizens among the 2,977 people murdered on 9/11.
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