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Kenny Dalglish believes the families of those who died at Hillsborough are edging closer to justice.

Today is the 22nd anniversary of our 1989 FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest during which 96 Liverpool fans lost their lives.

The families of those who never came home will once again gather alongside supporters for a memorial service at Anfield – and Dalglish believes they will do so with added hope in their hearts.

The fight for justice has progressed in recent years with the establishment of an independent panel to examine previously unseen documents relating to Hillsborough.

The panel, which is being chaired by the Bishop of Liverpool, is expected to complete its report next year.

“I think it’s getting closer to some positive news for the families, but it’s taken them a long time to get to this point,” Dalglish said.

“Two years ago Andy Burnham (then Culture Secretary) came up to the service and promised to do the best he could to get access to some of the papers that weren’t due to be released for another three or four years.

“To the man’s great credit he has done that. They have got access to some papers now that they didn’t have before and need to file through them. That’s why I am saying it’s getting a bit more positive for them.

“Everyone knows how difficult it is for the people who lost someone. The sooner they get the justice for themselves the happier they will be and we will all be for them. We’re hoping that’s moving onwards and upwards now.”

Dalglish was Liverpool manager when the disaster unfolded and was a linchpin of support for the families.

“I don’t think it will ever be removed from anybody and neither should it be. Nobody should ever forget it,” he added.

“It’s a significant day for every Liverpool supporter. Everyone knows what it means to the football club.

“It’s a day when we remember that 96 fans went to a football match and never came back. Obviously it’s more poignant for people more directly involved in losing someone.

“It’s a sad day and it’s a day etched in the minds of everyone connected with the club.

“It’s been so long there are a generation of our fans who were not born when Hillsborough happened but they are perfectly aware of what happened. I’m sure it will be in the forefront of their minds as well.”

Find out how you can attend today’s service or watch it on LFC TV or LFCTV Online>>

Source : Liverpool FC

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Kenny Dalglish believes the families of those who died at Hillsborough are edging closer to justice.

Today is the 22nd anniversary of our 1989 FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest during which 96 Liverpool fans lost their lives.

The families of those who never came home will once again gather alongside supporters for a memorial service at Anfield – and Dalglish believes they will do so with added hope in their hearts.

The fight for justice has progressed in recent years with the establishment of an independent panel to examine previously unseen documents relating to Hillsborough.

The panel, which is being chaired by the Bishop of Liverpool, is expected to complete its report next year.

“I think it’s getting closer to some positive news for the families, but it’s taken them a long time to get to this point,” Dalglish said.

“Two years ago Andy Burnham (then Culture Secretary) came up to the service and promised to do the best he could to get access to some of the papers that weren’t due to be released for another three or four years.

“To the man’s great credit he has done that. They have got access to some papers now that they didn’t have before and need to file through them. That’s why I am saying it’s getting a bit more positive for them.

“Everyone knows how difficult it is for the people who lost someone. The sooner they get the justice for themselves the happier they will be and we will all be for them. We’re hoping that’s moving onwards and upwards now.”

Dalglish was Liverpool manager when the disaster unfolded and was a linchpin of support for the families.

“I don’t think it will ever be removed from anybody and neither should it be. Nobody should ever forget it,” he added.

“It’s a significant day for every Liverpool supporter. Everyone knows what it means to the football club.

“It’s a day when we remember that 96 fans went to a football match and never came back. Obviously it’s more poignant for people more directly involved in losing someone.

“It’s a sad day and it’s a day etched in the minds of everyone connected with the club.

“It’s been so long there are a generation of our fans who were not born when Hillsborough happened but they are perfectly aware of what happened. I’m sure it will be in the forefront of their minds as well.”

Find out how you can attend today’s service or watch it on LFC TV or LFCTV Online>>

Source : Liverpool FC

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