A 24-HOUR confidential help line for those affected by the US tragedy has been set up with the full support of the Government.

The US Tragedy Help Line on 0845 601 5743 will be staffed by the British Red Cross, Victim Support and Cruse Bereavement Care.

Skilled people from those organisations will be able to provide both practical and emotional support to the victims and their families from the tragic events in America.