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Summerland survivor: 'Encouraging to see support from UK MPs'

50 people died in the Summerland disaster 

A group campaigning for the Summerland verdict to be overturned says they're doing it not just for the victims and families but also for the credibility of the justice system. 

Last month, Phoenix Law confirmed it had submitted an application for a new inquest into the disaster on behalf of the Justice for Summerland Campaign group. 

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Fifty people died after a fire engulfed the building on 2 August 1973 in Douglas.

Jackie Hallam, a survivor, says it's vital the verdict is overturned:

Warrington MP Sarah Hall has met with the campaign group to show her support. 

She told Manx Radio that about 10 other MPs have joined her:

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