Police outside Liverpool Women's hospital and briefing statement

A taxi arrived at a hospital shortly before an explosion occurred. Authorities are working to determine the cause, with counterterrorism police leading the investigation, supported by Merseyside Police.

What event occurred shortly after the taxi arrived at the hospital?

• A fire broke out

• An explosion occurred

• A celebrity arrived

• A protest started

What is the current status of the investigation into the explosion?

• It has been concluded

• It has been paused

• It is not being investigated

• It is ongoing

Who is leading the investigation into the explosion?

• Local police

• Fire department

• Hospital security

• Counterterrorism police

Which police force is supporting the counterterrorism police in the investigation?

• London Police

• West Midlands Police

• Merseyside Police

• Manchester Police

Why are counterterrorism police involved in the investigation?

• To assist local police

• As a routine procedure

• Because of the nature of the explosion

• Due to a previous incident