Meriden MP says "thoughts and prayers" are with terror victims

MERIDEN MP Caroline Spelman has given her condolences to those affected by today's terror attack in Westminster.
It is not immediately known if the former cabinet minister was among the politicians caught up in the lock-down of Parliament, triggered by shocking events earlier this afternoon.
Police chiefs have confirmed that a vehicle was driven into a number of pedestrians on Westminster Bridge before crashing into railings. A man then ran into the grounds of Parliament and fatally stabbed a policeman. He was subsequently shot dead by other officers at the scene.
Two other individuals have been killed and at least 20 were injured - several seriously - in the incident, which happened at around 2.40pm.
In a statement this evening, Mrs Spelman said: "Following the tragic incident which took place earlier today in London, I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the families and friends of those who lost their lives or were injured in this attack.
"I would also like to take this opportunity to commend the hard work and bravery of the emergency services and Parliament's security officers, who work around the clock to protect everyone who works in Parliament, as well as the many thousands of visitors to Westminster each year."