Council opens Book of Condolence for attack in Manchester

May 23, 2017

The Mayor, Councillor Brian Bloomfield MBE was the first person to sign the Book of Condolence at Lagan Valley Island. 

The Mayor said: ““I am utterly appalled at the events that unfolded in Manchester on Monday evening and the tragedy and terror that was brought to the young people and their families attending the arena.  It is heart-breaking that so many people have lost their lives, including children, and many more injured.

“I utterly condemn these murderous, evil actions and on behalf of the people of Lisburn and Castlereagh I send our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences to all those families affected by this terrible, terrible tragedy,” said Councillor Bloomfield.

The Books of Condolence opened today at the Council’s Headquarters, Lagan Valley Island, in Lisburn. Books of Condolence will also open at Bradford Court Offices Castlereagh; the Lagan Valley LeisurePlex; the Dundonald International Ice Bowl and the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum.