Thousands of people have come together across the UK to hold vigils for the victims of Monday night’s bombing attack in Manchester, which killed 22 people and injured around 120 more at a pop concert led by American singer Ariana Grande.
People of all races, nationalities and religious backgrounds attended the Tuesday evening events while waving English flags and holding banners inscribed with “Love for all and hatred for none” and “I heart Manchester.”
In Manchester, Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron joined Mayor Andy Burnham to address the large crowd and pay tribute to the dead.
In London, people gathered at the Trafalgar Square and held flags while observing a minute of silence for the victims.
In Liverpool, people drew a large peace sign on the ground using candles and flowers. In Glasgow, people laid flowers at George Square.
The vigil in Birmingham main Victoria Square was interrupted when police…