Snub for ex-fire chief criticised over Grenfell

THE former commissioner of the London Fire Brigade has been overlooked in the New Year’s Honours list amid continuing controversy over her handling of the Grenfell tragedy.

Dany Cotton (pictured) stood down early from the role this week following criticism of the service’s decision to issue stay-put advice to residents at the West London tower block during the blaze that killed 72.

Serving or outgoing chiefs of the service are normally handed awards – either while in the post or as they step down.

But sources said yesterday that nobody connected with the Grenfell tragedy would be singled out for an honour before the public inquiry into the disaster is concluded.