Security tightened in Britain following Manchester blast

SBS World News Radio: British authorities have tightened security in the aftermath of an apparent suicide bomb attack in Manchester that killed 22 people.

Security tightened in Britain following Manchester blast

Britain's armed forces will be deployed to boost security, British Prime Minister Theresa May has announced, as the country raises its terror threat to the highest level after an apparent suicide attack in Manchester killed 22 people, including children.

Police say the suspect Salman Abedi carried out the deadly bombing at a Manchester pop concert - reportedly just days after returning from Libya.

SBS Europe correspondent Brett Mason is Manchester and he is speaking with Peggy Giakoumelos.