John Reid: “Diversity itself is not a strength. Common values and shared goals amongst diverse people is a strength.”

Had this plot been carried out, the loss of life to innocent civilians would have been on an unprecedented scale.

More than ever we need to draw on the tolerance and resilience of all parts of our community in the days ahead.

I’m really angry to be betrayed by people I personally supported, and I’m really saddened for what is happening to our party right now.

We will go where any further evidence takes us. We will take whatever further action is necessary. We will apprehend anyone else who appears to be linked or connected to this.