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

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has visited Aberfan ahead of the upcoming 60th anniversary of the disaster that struck the village.

The visit commemorates the tragedy that occurred on 21 October 1966, when a colliery spoil tip collapsed, resulting in the deaths of 116 children and 28 adults.

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How the coverage differs

Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

bbc.co.uk Focuses on the Prime Minister's visit and the upcoming anniversary.
BBC News Wales Highlights the historical death toll and the horrifying nature of the tragedy.
Read the full story at the source BBC News Wales (Wales, UK) · GB ↗
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