In December 1942, the government made the shocking announcement that what we now know as the Holocaust was taking place in Nazi-occupied Europe. This
In December 1942, the government made the shocking announcement that what we now know as the Holocaust was taking place in Nazi-occupied Europe. This prompted MPs to rise to their feet, for a spontaneous moment of silence.
Eight decades later, seven Holocaust survivors were invited to meet the Speaker, Sir Lindsay Hoyle. They then witnessed a fresh silence in the Commons chamber, by the MPs of today.
Video journalist: Thomas Mason
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