King Charles III visits Greater Manchester to thank first responders following synagogue attack

By Alasdair Perry 21st Oct 2025

Local News by Alasdair Perry 21st Oct 2025

King Charles III visited Manchester yesterday (Monday 20 October) to thank first responders in the wake of the Heaton Park synagogue attack.

His Majesty visited Crumpsall - the area where the attack took place on 2 October - alongside Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson, Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, and the Lord-Lieutenant Diane Hawkins.

The King also met with faith leaders and members of the community affected by the attack, which took place on Thursday 2 October.

After speaking at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation, the King also visited Greater Manchester Police's headquarters.

Here, his Majesty spoke to a room of first responders, including police commanders and specialist units.Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service colleagues also met the King.

The King met with first responders at the Greater Manchester Police headquarters (Image - GMP)

He praised all emergency service members for their collective hard work and dedication.

Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson QPM said: "We were honoured that The King visited Manchester today, and we were grateful for his support and appreciation of the tireless work that the emergency services have undertaken in recent weeks.

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"His Majesty's warm words for members of the community were gratefully received, and it is a privilege that he could witness firsthand the resilience, bravery, and strength that the people of Greater Manchester possess in the most difficult of times.

"Our thoughts remain with all those so cruelly affected by the attack. We will continue to do everything in our power to protect our communities and relentlessly pursue those intent on causing such grave harm."

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