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Prime minister visits Aberfan ahead of 60th anniversary of 'horrifying tragedy'

Prime minister visits Aberfan ahead of 60th anniversary of 'horrifying tragedy'
BBC UK Monday 19 October 2026, 13:00 UTC 1 min read
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A total of 116 children and 28 adults were killed on 21 October 1966 when a colliery spoil tip collapsed.

A total of 116 children and 28 adults were killed on 21 October 1966 when a colliery spoil tip collapsed.
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