The Security Minister has launched a consultation seeking views on the introduction of a National Day to commemorate the victims and survivors of terrorism, recognising that there is no single focal point for the nation to honour the legacy of those who lost their lives or have had their lives changed forever.
Dan Jarvis MP said that the proposal for a National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism would recognise anyone impacted by terrorism in the United Kingdom and British Nationals affected by terrorist acts overseas.
The consultation seeks views on the reasons to support or not support a National Day. It also gives respondents an opportunity to shape key aspects of a National Day by inviting opinions on a potential name, date and the ways it could be commemorated. This consultation is intended to help the government understand and carefully consider the opinions of victims, survivors and members of the public.
