Politicians and dignitaries across south Bucks have paid tribute to victims of the suicide attack at Manchester Arena yesterday evening.
A total of 22 people have been killed – including children – following an explosion in the foyer of the arena, shortly after American singer Ariana Grande left the stage at 10.30pm.
Speaking to the Bucks Free Press, mayor of High Wycombe, councillor Brian Pearce, said he has been left "devastated" by the horrific attacks.
He said: "I am devastated by this and I send my sympathy to the bereaved and injured, and we hope they make a full recovery.
"If you go through a traumatic incident like this you will be emotionally damaged and hey hope they will recover from this experience.
"You think who the hell can do a thing like that? It is pre-meditated in cold blood. It makes you think what kind of world do we live in?"
Rafiq Raja, Labour Parliamentary candidate for Wycombe said: "It is very sad to hear about the horrific attack in Manchester last night.
"My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those who have died or been injured.
"I would also like to thank and pay tribute to the NHS and emergency services for responding like true professionals."
Public figures and emergency services across the county have paid tribute on social media to those affected by the attacks and Wycombe District Council and Bucks County Council will fly their flags at half-mast today as a sign of respect.
Chairman of Bucks County Council, Patricia Birchley, said: "On behalf of Members and staff of Buckinghamshire County Council I send my heartfelt sympathy to the families of those who lost loved ones in the terrible atrocity that happened in Manchester last night.
"Our thoughts and prayers are also with those who were injured and all those who were affected.”
Our thoughts are with all those affected by the incident in #Manchester and our emergency services colleagues including @NWAmbulance
— SCAS (@SCAS999) May 23, 2017
Our thoughts are with all those affected by the events in Manchester last night. #StandTogether
— Thames Valley Police (@ThamesVP) May 23, 2017
We're thinking of you Manchester.
— WycombeDC (@wycombedc) May 23, 2017
On behalf of the people of Buckinghamshire we offer our deepest sympathy and support to the people of Manchester and those affected @buckscc
— Martin Anthony Tett (@MATatBucks) May 23, 2017
Heartbreaking news from Manchester all our thoughts and prayers are with the injured and bereaved and those affected
— Cheryl Gillan (@CherylGillan) May 23, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers with those involved in last nights horrific attack.
— Princes RisboroughTC (@Princesris) May 23, 2017
Just hearing bout what happened in Manchester. Prayers & condolence go out 2everyone affected. This 🌎 can be a real dark place sometimes. 🙏🏿
— daRealAAkinfenwa (@daRealAkinfenwa) May 23, 2017
Just woke up to the devastating news from Manchester Arena. Thoughts are with all those affected. Heart-breaking.
— Matt Bloomfield (@B10OMFIELD) May 23, 2017
Devastating news from #Manchester of an incident of the utmost evil. All campaigning is suspended at every level. Prayers are with victims https://t.co/ipPw48kvYC
— Steve Baker (@SteveBakerHW) May 23, 2017
Send your tributes to jasmine.rapson@london.newsquest.co.uk.
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