Jenni and Trevor Hicks, the parents of two teenage sisters who lost their lives in the Hillsborough disaster, have kicked off a new campaign aimed at rectifying official records that inaccurately depict the timing of their daughters' deaths. Victoria and Sarah Hicks were among the 97 fatalities during the tragic event on April 15, 1989, but the official records state that they lost consciousness within just 30 seconds of the disaster, which the parents vehemently dispute. They argue that their daughters experienced an agonizing hour of suffering before their deaths, which is not reflected in the current documentation.

The Hicks family is striving to have the court records amended to accurately represent the painful reality that their daughters faced. However, the desired amendments require the approval of South Yorkshire Police (SYP), which has not yet been granted. Chief Constable Lauren Poultney of SYP has acknowledged the Hicks' request, stating that the police will engage in the process to consider any necessary changes, thus highlighting the importance of acknowledging the full extent of the tragedy's impact on individual victims.

This campaign is not just about seeking justice for Victoria and Sarah but also sheds light on the broader implications of how victims of high-profile tragedies are memorialized. By advocating for a correction in the official records, the Hicks aim to ensure that the stories of their daughters are told accurately, giving them the recognition they deserve and providing closure to the families affected by the disaster. Their actions may also serve as a catalyst for other families affected by similar events to seek justice and accountability for their loved ones.