Manchester

has claimed responsibility for the

The police have confirmed that the attack, which killed at least ..people, was carried out by a single suicide-bomber: ..year-old S.., born locally and from a family of ..origin.

It is unclear whether he was known to Britain's counter-terrorism forces or was acting alone.

The attack could affect the forthcoming general election, beyond the temporary suspension of campaigning.

After six years at the Home Office 内政部Theresa May can plausibly present herself as a "security prime minister".

..the leader of the opposition Labour Party, has by contrast described

arena

forthcoming: adj. 即将来临的

​suspension: n. 暂停

interior: adj. / n. 内部的，内政 (的)

"In tough times, everyone has to

take their share of the pain."