Sky News Daily How I reported the 7/7 bombings
Jul 7, 2025
Martin Brunt, Sky News' crime correspondent, shares his gripping firsthand account of reporting during the harrowing 7/7 bombings in London. He describes the initial chaos of the attacks, navigating misinformation and the emotional strain felt by journalists without social media. Brunt reflects on the tragic death of Jean-Charles de Menezes and the profound changes in UK security laws that followed. The conversation also touches on the lasting impact of those events on survivors and the nation’s psyche, highlighting the need for remembrance.
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Martin's Train Power Surge Story
- Martin Brunt was on a train absorbed with Olympic news when a power surge shut down the entire London Underground.
- He learned from a senior officer that multiple serious incidents with casualties had occurred, though details were initially unclear.
Reporting Amidst Chaos and Phone Failures
- Martin Brunt heard from a colleague who witnessed a bus explosion and later walked through drenched, stopped transit to Scotland Yard.
- Phones died due to overload, forcing him to rely on live camera feeds to continue reporting.
Confusion Over Explosion Count
- Initial confusion included reports of five explosions due to survivors staggering from damaged trains at different stations.
- The bombers detonated bombs mid-tunnel causing unclear blast locations, complicating early reporting.