HAMPSHIRE’S Police and Crime Commissioner is urging the public to remain vigilant and alert but not alarmed in the wake of the terror attack in Manchester.

Michael Lane also paid tribute to the work of the emergency services following last night’s terror attack at the Manchester Arena - with reports currently saying 22 people have died and 59 people were injured in the incident following a Ariana Grande concert.

In a statement released this morning, he also extended his "thoughts and prayers" to those caught up in the attack.

Mr Lane said: "My thoughts and prayers are with, and for, all the people of Manchester and all the attendees and families of those involved in the terror of last evening.

“There can be no excuse or sense behind this vile criminal action.

“I would like to echo the words of the Prime Minister and Home Secretary – that the public should stay vigilant, being alert but not alarmed.

“And I would like to reinforce the many words of respect for the emergency services and the community response to this tragic event in Manchester.

“As Police and Crime Commissioner, I know from my job that we are blessed to have brave, prepared and professional emergency services visibly responding.

“And also behind the scenes a large number of people working with the common purpose to protect us, to prevent actions such as this and to build vibrant positive communities where the seeds of such evil do not flourish.”