Figen Murray reflects on Manchester Arena bombing five years on and her son Martyn Hett’s legacy
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Sunday 22 May marks five years since a terrorist attack on Manchester Arena killed 22 people and injured hundreds more.
Figen Murray was one of those who lost a loved one in the bombing at the Ariana Grande concert - her son Martyn Hett.
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Hide AdSince then, Figen has campaigning tirelessly for legislation in Martyn’s memory, to help protect the public from terror attacks.
The journey towards that new legislation is now a step closer after the draft Protect Duty Bill - better known as Martyn’s Law - was announced in the recent Queen’s Speech.
Ahead of the fifth anniversary, we spoke to Figen for our special video report.
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