Burnley's annual Holocaust memorial will mark 75th anniversary of liberation of Auschwitz


Burnley's annual Holocaust memorial service will commemorate the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration and extermination camp.
The service, to be held at the Peace Garden, Croft Street, at 12-30 pm on Sunday January 26th, will honour all the victims of the Holocaust and assert a commitment to oppose racism, anti-Semitism, victimisation and genocide.
The service, which will be attended by the Mayor of Burnley, Coun. Anne Kelly and the Consort Mr John Kelly, will be a multi-faith service.
Wreaths of remembrance may be laid after the service.
Members of the public are invited to attend the event.