Manchester Arena - Statement by Salford Royal and Pennine Acute Trust

Royal Oldham Hospital Accident and Emergency Department

Dr Chris Brookes, Chief Medical Officer on behalf of Salford Royal and Pennine Acute Hospitals said: “We can confirm that our staff across our Emergency Departments at Salford Royal, North Manchester General, The Royal Oldham Hospital and Fairfield General Hospital in Bury have treated a number of casualties brought by ambulance and also those who have self-presented following last night’s incident at Manchester Arena as part of a Greater Manchester major emergency response.

"I would like to thank our staff for their response and professionalism in dealing with this incident.

"Our thoughts and condolences are with those families who have sadly lost loved ones and who have been injured and affected by this incident.

"Greater Manchester Police has made an emergency number available for anyone concerned about loved ones or friends or anyone who may have been in the area. The number is 0800 096 0095. The public can also follow @gmpolice on Twitter for updates."

Chief Officer of the Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership, Jon Rouse, said:
"Our first thoughts are with all those involved in the tragic events that occurred in Manchester last night, and anyone still concerned about their loved ones.

"I would like to take this time to thank our NHS staff and emergency services who responded exceptionally and continue to ensure the injured received the care they need. 59 injured people were taken to hospitals across Greater Manchester and are being cared for by healthcare professionals in the area, and we know many others have attended since. NHS Blood and Transplant have confirmed to us that they have all the blood required for hospital patients at the present time.

"We know today will be difficult and a challenging one for the NHS and the people of Manchester, and we would ask that people use NHS and emergency services responsibly at this time, while we continue to respond to the situation.”