People of different faiths have come together to express their “deep sadness and bewilderment” at Monday night’s terror attack in Manchester.

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In a statement, Fr Geoffrey Calvert, on behalf of the Watford Interfaith Association and the faith leaders of Watford, said: “We, as people of faith in Watford, wish to add our own to the many voices expressing their deep sadness and bewilderment at the terrible events in Manchester on Monday night.

“We send our deepest condolences to those who have been bereaved, injured and traumatized, and to the whole population of Manchester itself.

“We give thanks for the selfless care shown by the emergency services, and many other citizens who have opened their hearts and homes.

“It is our shared belief that the best reaction to such events is to love where people try to make us hate, to unite where people try to drive us apart, to stand firm where people try to make us fear, and to endeavour to bring fulfilment and peace to everyone within our reach.”