Theresa May speech Manchester Terror Attack PT 1

The transcript details a meeting of the UK's emergency committee following a terrorist attack in Manchester. The attack targeted young people at Manchester Arena, resulting in significant casualties. The police and security services are actively investigating the incident to understand the full scope of the attack. The transcript provides a timeline of the events and highlights the severity of the attack, marking it as one of the worst in the region's history.

In what way was the Manchester attack described in terms of its severity compared to previous incidents?

What measures are being taken by the police and security services following the attack?