As a terror survivor my grief is being acknowledged at last

Reading the news, I felt quite emotional.

Yesterday, the Home Office revealed that August 21 will, from next year, be a new ‘national day’ to honour victims and survivors of terrorism.

They have said that ‘the day will focus on remembering and recognising those impacted by terrorism, encouraging victims and survivors to access specialist support, educating the public, and amplifying victims’ and survivors’ stories.’

As a survivor of the Manchester terrorist attack at the Ariana Grande concert on May 22 2017, I felt a massive sense of comfort knowing that my grief will no longer be avoided.

That day, I was seriously injured in the attack – and 22 families lost their loved ones , including my best friend, Nell Jones.

I suffered 29 separate injuries, including a broken arm, t