Liverpool parade latest: Child and adult seriously hurt and dozens more injured after car ploughs into Liverpool crowd

Local Liverpool politicians have been sharing their reaction to what has happened this evening.

Kim Johnson, MP for Liverpool Riverside, has just been speaking on the phone to BBC Radio Merseyside and says she is “very shocked this incident has taken place”.

“If anyone does have any information – share it with police immediately,” she adds.

“We have no reason as to why this incident took place because the police are still undertaking their inquires.”

Earlier, Justin Madders, the Labour MP for Ellesmere Port and Bromborough, which lies just across the River Mersey, wrote: “This is appalling – a victory parade turned into such awful scenes – I hope everyone who needs it gets swift treatment and the police and emergency services are able to get on with their jobs.”

The Mayor of the Liverpool City Region has also issued a statement. Steve Rotheram says: “Our hearts go out to all of those affected, especially those who have been injured.

“Thank you, as ever, to the first responders for their professionalism and swift action. This is a difficult day for our city region, but we stand together.”