BLACK, yellow and red will be projected onto Manchester Town Hall following the attacks in Brussels yesterday.
The colours of the Belgian national flag will be lit throughout the national mourning period declared in Belgium.
The attacks first took place at Zaventem International Airport in Brussels before a further attack occurred at Maalbeek station in central Brussels.
The so-called Islamic State (IS) have claimed responsibility for the attacks which have led to the deaths of 31 people with a great deal more thought to have been injured.
A book of condolence has also been opened in the Town Hall, and will be available for people to sign and show their support for the Belgian capital and those who have lost their lives.
Sir Richard Leese, Leader of Manchester City Council, said:
“We continue to share the shock and sadness that spreads across the world when atrocities are committed and hate is let loose.
“It is difficult to come to terms with such horrific attacks, which take innocent life, and attempt to de-stable communities and bring discord to people’s lives.
“Such events are not easily forgotten, not least by those directly affected, but Manchester stands alongside the people of Brussels – and Belgium – united against a common foe of hate and terror. It is important that we refer back to peace at these terrible times.
“Our sympathy and thoughts are with the victims, their families and all those in Brussels.”
Read: Manchester responds to Brussels airport and train station attack
The attacks prompted both tributes and security concerns for Manchester. Assistant Chief Constable for Greater Manchester Police, John O’Hare said in a statement:
“There is no specific threat in Greater Manchester following the events (yesterday) but we remain at a threat level of severe.
“We are working closely with Manchester Airport to ensure that the appropriate response is in place and we have increased our patrols to support this.
“We will continue to review the situation and maintain our increased patrols in crowded areas, iconic locations and transport hubs.
“The events in Brussels reinforce the need for us all to remain vigilant and report any concerns whilst continuing with normal daily life.”
Statement from Chief Constable Ian Hopkins following the events in Brussels earlier today pic.twitter.com/YNEaW0SDgp
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