FLAGS were lowered to half mast across Clydebank on Tuesday to mark condolences in the wake of the Manchester terrorist attack.

Provost Willie Hendrie led tributes to the city and those affected by the suicide bombing that left 22 dead and 59 injured as the Post went to press.

He said: “The events in Manchester last night are truly devastating, and the fact that children are among the fatalities adds to the heartbreak. I cannot begin to fathom the agony of those affected by this tragedy. Our thoughts are with them all.

“The flags will be lowered at council buildings as a mark of condolence today, and will remain at half-mast until Monday.”

Dumbarton Sheriff Court held a minute’s silence at 11am on Tuesday while Glasgow City Council sent their condolences to the people of Manchester.

And while security will be reviewed at major city venues, Susan Aitken, the council leader, said Glasgow would not be afraid.

She said: “This is an appalling and disgusting outrage. The people of the great city of Manchester are amongst Glasgow’s closest friends and I know every Glaswegian will join with me in sending our condolences and love to everyone who has been caught up in this attack.

“I have written this morning to Mayor Andy Burnham offering him any support Glasgow can give. The council’s chief executive will today be discussing the safety and security of Glasgow’s venues with Police Scotland.

“She will also meet with the chief executives of Glasgow Life and the SEC as we begin to consider the security implications for the city.

“However, Glasgow, like Manchester, is a city which loves live music. The purpose of this attack is to inspire fear. I will not be afraid, and we will not be afraid.

“I will continue to enjoy our vibrant live music scene and I know the people of Glasgow will feel exactly the same.”

The Union flag was flown at half mast over Glasgow’s City Chambers on Tuesday as a mark of respect.

Clydebank’s MSP Gil Paterson said: “I am utterly horrified at this terrorist attack that has deliberately targeted children and young people. My deepest thoughts are with the families of those who have lost loved ones and all of those injured and affected in this evil attack.”

Police Scotland Chief Constable Phil Gormley said the thoughts of the force were with all those who lost loved ones or who have been injured.

The Rt Rev Dr Derek Browning, the moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, said: “There is no cause, political or religious, that justifies actions of senseless brutality, anywhere or at any time.

“The General Assembly of the Church of Scotland offers its prayer and deepest concern to all who have been caught up in this action. We pray for them and send our sincerest wishes of peace to come in this heart-rending situation.”