Manchester solidarity: Mancunians offering shelter to terror victims show ‘spirit of city'
PEOPLE across Manchester offered up rooms for those affected by a suspected terror attack which shook the city last night.
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Following the incident, which left 22 people dead and dozens more injured, the hashtag #roomforManchester started trending - with many volunteering their homes to those in need.
Actor Eamonn John Gannon was among those offering help, tweeting: “I'm 10 mins away from the arena and if anyone needs food drinks or charge your phone or a sofa or anything get in touch #roomformanchester.”
Another Twitter user, Laura Burton, wrote: “Anyone needing a lift from Manchester, let me know and I can come to pick you up and make sure you're safe.”
Martine Felicia said: “Need to be driven home? Need a place to stay for the night? I can offer both.”
Manchester residents offered rooms to stranded people following last night's attack
The hashtag #roomforManchester began trending on social media following the deadly attack
And Rebekah Spratt wrote: “If anyone needs a sofa, a charger, a brew-please [direct message].”
Need to be driven home? Need a place to stay for the night? I can offer both
Amid the chaos following the explosion, there were unconfirmed reports that dozens of stranded children had been taken in by a nearby Holiday Inn, while local pubs and a snooker hall also said they were taking people in.
Social media users also reported seeing taxi companies offering their services for free to those needing a ride home from the city centre.
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Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham was among those praising the efforts of the volunteers, tweeting that their efforts demonstrated “the true spirit of our city in the face of such devastating tragedy”.
And local councillor Bev Craig tweeted: “Mancunians opening their homes to those stranded, and businesses offering free rides. This is the Manchester I love.”