My thoughts and prayers are with all who have been affected by the terror attack at the Manchester Arena last night. The loss of life has been horrifying, particularly as many families had attended the concert.
The emergency services have, as always, been exemplary in their bravery and professionalism. They worked throughout the night to save lives. A heartfelt thank you to them.
Manchester is a great city and one very close to my Lancastrian heart. It has been resolute in previous terror attacks and it will be so now.
All parties have suspended campaigning today as a mark of respect.