DOZENS of people gathered at Swindon's war memorial today to remember the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and other genocides across the globe.

Words were spoken about the importance of the day and then wreaths were laid both by the Mayor Teresa Page and local school children.

The event, marking Holocaust Memorial Day, was organised by Matt Holland who said this year’s was one of the most well-attended in recent years.

He said: “On the 70th anniversary since the camp liberations it is good to see so many people. We have not had this big a turnout before.

“It is often said we should move on from pain but I think it is important that once a year we remember what happened during the holocaust and all other genocides, such as in Rwanda, Bosnia and Armenia.”