Simon Cowell to orchestrate charity single in aid of Grenfell Tower victims and survivors

Simon Cowell is planning a charity single that will benefit the families affected by the Grenfell Tower fire in West London.

The X Factor creator and Britain's Got Talent star described the blaze as "heartbreaking" on his Twitter account, pledging to release a benefit song that will see proceeds go to those who have either lost their homes or loved ones in the disaster.

I am watching the footage of the Grenfell Tower fire in London. Heartbreaking.

— Simon Cowell (@SimonCowell) June 15, 2017

We hope to confirm a record tomorrow which will raise some money for the many people affected by this tragedy. Making calls tonight.

— Simon Cowell (@SimonCowell) June 15, 2017

Simon has a whole host of acts on his Syco record label roster, and has rubbed shoulders with a variety of the biggest names in music over the years, so the possibilities are endless as to who could appear on this upcoming charity release.

Grenfell Tower, a residential block on Latimer Road in London, has dominated the headlines over the last few days following a fire that broke out, destroying much of the building. 17 people have been confirmed dead, while many, many others remain unaccounted for.

More details about the track's release are expected today (June 16).