London Terrorist Attack Celebrity & Leader Reactions

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Last night's terrorist attack in London has devastated the UK again. At the time of writing, seven people have been pronounced dead, and at least 48 others are injured.

The Conservatives, Labour, SNP, Liberal Democrats, Greens, and Plaid Cymru have all suspended their general election campaigning in the wake of the tragedy, the BBC reports. Only UKIP have declined to do so, arguing that this is "what the extremists would want."

This morning, Prime Minister Theresa May will chair a meeting of the government's Cobra emergency committee. "Our thoughts are with those who are caught up in these dreadful events," May said in a statement.

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Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn condemned the attack as "brutal" in a statement, saying: "Today, we will all grieve for their loss."

We are all shocked and horrified by the brutal attacks in London. My statement: pic.twitter.com/xR7Vz1YOtV
— Jeremy Corbyn (@jeremycorbyn) June 4, 2017

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has released a video statement condemning the attackers as "twisted and cowardly terrorists," and thanking the city's emergency services for their incredible efforts last night.

We are all shocked and angry today - but this is our city. We will never let these cowards win and we will never be cowed by terrorism. pic.twitter.com/kcosumkdCR
— Sadiq Khan (@SadiqKhan) June 4, 2017

SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon, Plaid Cymru leader Leanne Wood, and Green Party co-leader Caroline Lucas have also tweeted to offer their condolences.

Dreadful news from London. My thoughts are with all those affected.
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) June 3, 2017

Condolences to all affected & emergency services in difficult circumstances. We all deserve to live without fear. We must all reject hate.
— LeanneWood (@LeanneWood) June 4, 2017

Waking up to more horror & heartbreak. My thoughts with the victims & families - & huge thanks to emergency services. We won't be divided.
— Caroline Lucas (@CarolineLucas) June 4, 2017

Prominent figures from the entertainment world have also been sharing reactions on social media. J.K. Rowling celebrated the defiant spirit of the UK's citizens in the wake of last night's attack and the tragedy in Manchester last week.

The thugs who mowed down innocent people would love to think of the UK 'reeling' but it isn't. Don't confuse grief with lack of courage. https://t.co/9MEUfPLnkv
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 4, 2017

Naomi Campbell, Helen Mirren, and Cara Delevingne have each responded with Instagram posts.

#homesweethome ❤❤??

A post shared by Naomi Campbell (@iamnaomicampbell) on Jun 3, 2017 at 9:31pm PDT

my wonderful london my thoughts and love are with you tonight

A post shared by @helenmirren on Jun 3, 2017 at 9:12pm PDT

❤️??❤️ My heart is with you London. Please can everyone stay safe. This is beyond tragic but we must stand together and not let this break us. ❤️??❤️

A post shared by Cara Delevingne (@caradelevingne) on Jun 3, 2017 at 5:02pm PDT

Ariana Grande, who is in Manchester visiting the survivors of last week's terrorist attack, and preparing for a benefit concert in their honour, said she is "praying for London."

Praying for London ♡
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) June 4, 2017

Today, people are being urged to avoid the London Bridge and Borough Market area while the emergency services continue to deal with the incident.

If you're concerned about friends or relatives who may have been caught up in the attack, you can call the Metropolitan Police's casualty bureau on 0800 096 1233 and 020 7158 0197.