Glasgow will be remembering the victims of the Manchester bombing through a service this afternoon.
Glasgow Cathedral will host the live screening of the National Service of Commemoration at Manchester Cathedral from 2 to 3pm to mark the first anniversary of the attack.
The memorial in Manchester will welcome a congregation including bereaved families, first responders, city leaders and senior national figures.
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The parents of Barra teenager Eilidh MacLeod are expected to attend the remembrance service, alongside the Duke of Cambridge and First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.
Speaking ahead of the event, Sturgeon said: "Heading to Manchester today to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the atrocity one year ago, including young Eilidh MacLeod from Barra.
"I hope today’s memorial service brings some comfort to the bereaved and to those who are still living with their injuries."
Heading to Manchester today to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the atrocity one year ago, including young Eilidh MacLeod from Barra. I hope today’s memorial service brings some comfort to the bereaved and to those who are still living with their injuries.
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) May 22, 2018
Rev Keith W Ross, Locum Minister at Glasgow Cathedral, said: “The Cathedral is honoured to offer a spiritual space of remembrance for those lost and a place of sanctuary for those touched by the events of last year.
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"By gathering together, in this act of worship, we all receive solace and those affected may share their continued grief and be reshaped by the power of love in the midst of tragedy.”
Sir Richard Leese, Leader of Manchester City Council, added: “The attack at Manchester Arena last year was an attack on our common humanity.
"The solidarity, love and support shown across the country and beyond helped us through an incredibly difficult period and demonstrated a collective refusal to give in to hatred and fear.
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“We were incredibly grateful for that and I’m grateful to Glasgow Cathedral for giving people the opportunity to join with us as reflect on the anniversary.”
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