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Monday, 15 November 2021 (YJC)_ The UK Prime Minister said that Britain will “never be cowed” by acts of terror after the Liverpool.
Boris Johnson has said that Britain will “never be cowed” by acts of terror after the Liverpool Women’s Hospital blast.
Speaking in Downing Street on Monday, Mr Johnson said the attack “is a stark reminder of the need for us all to remain utterly vigilant” against terrorism.
He said: “What yesterday showed above all is that the British people will never be cowed by terrorism, or give in to those who seek to divide us with senseless acts of violence. Our freedoms and our way of life will always prevail.”
Three people have been arrested in connection with the detonation of an improvised explosive device (IED) outside the women’s hospital on Sunday, shortly before Remembrance services took place.
The suspected terrorist blew himself up in the attack and injured cab driver David Parry, who has been hailed as a “hero” locally after reportedly locking the attacker inside his taxi.
Mr Johnson said: “My thoughts remain with those affected. On behalf of the whole country I want to pay tribute to the emergency services, who have as always responded with speed and professionalism.
“Police have now confirmed this is being treated as a terrorist attack, and while the investigation continues at pace, you will understand that I can’t comment on the details of the case or its motivation.
He also confirmed: “The Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre are today raising the UK’s threat level from substantial to severe, meaning an attack is highly likely.”
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