A giant banner is unveiled at St George's Hall in Liverpool after the inquest jury ruled the 96 victims in the Hillsborough disaster had been unlawfully killed. (Picture by: PA / PA Wire/Press Association Images)

“God bless the jury” – Families rejoice in Hillsborough verdict as police turn to criminal investigation

Families of the 96 Liverpool fans who died in the Hillsborough disaster declared that justice had finally been done.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Tuesday, April 15, 2014: A supporter takes a moment to look at the tributes tied to the Shankly Gates before the 25th Anniversary Hillsborough Service at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Hillsborough: How fans fought for justice for 27 years

The Hillsborough disaster affected Liverpool as a city, with supporters fighting for justice for 27 years after tragedy struck in Sheffield in 1989.

April 17, 1989, floral tributes in front of the Kop - Hillsborough disaster (Picture by: Peter Kemp / AP/Press Association Images)

“27 years never forgotten” – Players and fans pay tribute to the 96

Former Liverpool players join supporters to pay their respects to the 96 on the 27th anniversary.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, April 15, 2015: A supporter touches the temporary Memorial before the 26th Anniversary Hillsborough Service at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool players past and present join bereaved at last Hillsborough memorial service

A sombre service took place to mark the final Hillsborough memorial at Anfield, 27 years to the day after the tragedy.

Gone but never forgotten — Rest in Peace The 96

In memory of the Liverpool supporters who went to watch their beloved Reds on April 15th, 1989, but never returned. May they rest in peace and never be forgotten.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 13, 2014: Liverpool supporters on the Spion Kop before the Premiership match against Manchester City at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool legends looking forward to Hillsborough Memorial match

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Tuesday, April 15, 2014: 96 red balloons are released during the 25th Anniversary Hillsborough Service at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

96 red balloons mark 25th anniversary of Hillsborough at Anfield

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Monday, September 17, 2012: Mascots Beth Garner-Watt, 11, and Mikey Clarke, 8, stand for a minute's applause to remember the 96 victims of the Hillsborough Stadium Disaster before the Premiership match between Everton and Newcastle United at Goodison Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Everton plan permanent Hillsborough memorial at Goodison

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Friday, April 15, 2011: Scarves and floral tributes left at the Shankly Gates at the Memorial Service to remember the 96 victims of the Hillsborough Stadium Disaster in 1989. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

LFC plan global sign of unity for Hillsborough 25th Anniversary

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Tuesday, January 28, 2014: Liverpool supporters pay their respects at the Hillsborough Memorial before the 222nd Merseyside Derby Premiership match between Liverpool and Everton at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Ticket details announced for 25th Anniversary Hillsborough Memorial Service

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