Sixth - former Ishbel Theker spoke about her visit to Auschwitz as part of Barnet Council's Holocaust Memorial Day service , held at Middlesex University .

Another speaker was Pro-Vice Chancellor Myra Perry , who told the story of her Jewish grandmother , who came to London from Eastern Europe in the 1900s.

Barnet Mayor Councillor Brian Schama said: "As always it was a poignant opportunity to remember those who have lost their lives through genocide. I hope we will all take on board this year’s message of respecting other communities.”