“Al-Khair Foundation extends its thoughts and prayers to the victims and families of the Manchester Arena on Monday 22 May. This is an horrific crime perpetrated against innocent families and children and we utterly condemn it. This reprehensible act has nothing to do with religion or a cause but everything to do with spreading terror. It is an appalling criminal act,

“We are united in calling for the full might of the law to be brought against those involved.

“The emergency services responded swiftly and with great care and the people of Manchester have demonstrated their kindness in the face of such a terrible event with selfless acts of generosity.

“All peoples, including the Muslim community, are united against this evil. These criminals will be brought to justice and they will never defeat humanity.”