We must never forget those who were so cruelly murdered during the Holocaust, and also preserve the testimonies of brave survivors so future generations will understand the horrors they faced. Earlier this week I pledged my commitment to Holocaust Memorial Day and honouring those who were murdered during the Holocaust as well as paying tribute to the extraordinary Holocaust survivors who work tirelessly to educate young people today.
Yesterday, the Prime Minister confirmed the Holocaust Memorial Bill will update historic legislation, removing a statutory obstacle that has prevented the building of a new Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre in Westminster, the heart of our democracy, where it rightly belongs.
“As the Holocaust fades further into history, and with survivors becoming fewer and frailer, time is of the essence. Located in the heart of our democracy, the UK Holocaust Memorial will send a clear signal for years to come of the place the Holocaust should always have in our national consciousness and the importance of learning its lessons for generations to come.” Holocaust Educational Trust Chief Executive Karen Pollock.
“As the Holocaust moves from living history, to history, it becomes ever more important that we take the time to remember the six million Jewish men, women and children murdered and pay tribute to the survivors. We are committed to building the Memorial next to Parliament, a site which reflects its national significance and is close to other important memorials including the Cenotaph. We owe it to Holocaust survivors, to the British people and future generations to remember where hatred can lead.” Secretary of State for Levelling up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove
