Queen Elizabeth II reacts to Manchester terrorist bombing, victims’ names emerge

The Queen of England Elizabeth II has expressed her sympathies after the Manchester terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert, which left 22 dead and 5​9​ injured.

She said: “The whole nation has been engulfed with shock by the death and injury in Manchester last night of so many people, adults and children, who had just been enjoying a concert.

 “I know I speak for everyone in expressing my deepest sympathy to all who have been affected by this dreadful event and especially to the families and friends of those who have died or were injured.
“I want to thank all the members of the emergency services, who have responded with such professionalism and care.
“And I would like to express my admiration for the way the people of Manchester have responded, with humanity and compassion, to this act of barbarity.

 Meanwhile, names of the victims of the Manchester bombing ​are gradually emerging.

​One is ​Georgina Callander​, ​a young girl on the second year of her health and social care course, and a former student at Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy​​.

​Another, an eight-year-old Saffie Rose Roussos from Leyland, was confirmed dead by the Lancashire County Council.

Prime Minister Theresa May portrayed the incident a sickening act targeting children and young people.

“All acts of terrorism are cowardly…but this attack stands out for its appalling sickening cowardice, deliberately targeting innocent, defenseless children and young people who should have been enjoying one of the most memorable nights of their lives,” May said.
“The attempt to divide us met countless acts of kindness that brought people closer together.”