Mr Mansfield, who works with some of the survivors, said: "Sir, before departing, I wonder if I may make a quick request on behalf of survivors."

He was ignored by the judge as he exited the room to shouts of "hello?" and "rubbish" from gathered residents.

Mr Mansfield afterwards said he had hoped to request a further meeting between Sir Martin and core participants and criticised his departure as "disrespectful".