"Work to take down Grenfell Tower is set to begin this week, with the process expected to last for two years. The government announced earlier this year that the remains of the west London building - where a deadly fire broke out in 2017, claiming the lives of 72 people - would be brought down. Preparations have been taking place over the summer and work to remove a former plant room, which previously housed heating and a water tank at the top of the tower,"
"The government said a banner would remain on the building and be moved down as work progresses. PA Media Confirmation earlier this year that the tower would be dismantled was met with criticism from some of the bereaved and survivors of the disaster who expressed their upset and shock, saying they felt they had not had their views considered before the decision was taken."
Dismantling of Grenfell Tower will begin this week and is expected to take two years. Preparations occurred over the summer and work will start by removing a former plant room that housed heating and a water tank at the top. Deconstruct UK will carry out floor-by-floor removal and has maintained the site since 2017. The government pledged to dismantle the building with great care and sensitivity and to minimise noise and disruption. A banner with a green heart reading "Forever in our hearts" will remain on the structure and will be moved down as dismantling progresses. Bereaved people and survivors criticised the decision, saying their views were not considered and opinions vary about keeping part of the tower as a memorial.
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