Statement by An Taoiseach Enda Kenny

The vile acts carried out in Manchester last night are a reminder of the depravity of the views held by the few.

Those beliefs have no place in our society.

My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and all those affected by this atrocity. I am heartbroken for all.

The city of Manchester has exceptionally close ties with our country and I extend the solidarity of the Irish Government and all our people to those affected across the UK.

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