My student day out in London turned to terror - now survivors like me won't be forgotten
Summary
The UK will have its first national day to remember victims and survivors of terrorism. The day honors those affected by attacks and aims to raise awareness about supporting survivors and preventing terrorism.Key Facts
- The national day for victims and survivors of terrorism will start on a Friday with a two-minute silence and readings from people affected.
- Travis Frain, who was injured in the 2017 Westminster attack, helped campaign for the day for nearly five years.
- The 2017 Westminster Bridge attack involved a terrorist driving into crowds and stabbing a police officer, killing five people.
- The UK government raised the terror threat level to "severe" in May, meaning a terrorist attack is highly likely.
- Nearly 10,000 people were referred to Prevent, the UK’s anti-terrorism program, in the year leading to September 2025.
- A 2024 report from Survivors Against Terror says psychological support for victims has improved but the state compensation system has not.
- Survivors face challenges with compensation, including limits on how many injuries can be claimed.
- The Ministry of Justice paid £180 million last year for violent crime compensation, which includes terrorism victims.
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