Tony Arbour AM, Chairman of the London Assembly, said:
“Our thoughts are with those injured in this cowardly attack outside Parliament in Westminster. Thankfully, no one has suffered life threatening injuries.
“We thank the emergency services who responded so well and praise the swift and decisive actions of the Met to apprehend the driver of the car involved.
“We urge anyone with any video or photo evidence to contact the police immediately.
“Londoners will remain steadfast and resolute that such heinous actions will not divide the people of this city but will make us stronger.”
Notes to editors
- Tony Arbour AM, Chairman of the London Assembly, is available for interview – see contact details below.
- Anyone who thinks they may have information that could assist the investigation should call police on 0800 789 321.
- Anyone who may have footage or images of the incident is asked to send them to police via: www.ukpoliceimageappeal.co.uk
- As well as investigating issues that matter to Londoners, the London Assembly acts as a check and a balance on the Mayor.
For media enquiries, please contact Alison Bell on 020 7983 4228. For out of hours media enquiries, call 020 7983 4000 and ask for the London Assembly duty press officer. Non-media enquiries should be directed to the Public Liaison Unit on 020 7983 4100.