More victims named as arrests continue in Manchester

In a statement her family said: “Our family is devastated and words cannot express how we feel at losing our darling Eilidh.

“Eilidh was vivacious and full of fun. She loved all music whether it was listening to Ariana or playing the bagpipes with her pipe band.

“As a family we would like to express our thanks and gratitude for the support and kind messages we have received at this difficult time.”

Their families have paid tribute to the couple in a joint statement issued by Greater Manchester Police.

It read: “On the night our daughter Chloe died and our son Liam died, their wings were ready but our hearts were not.

“They were perfect in every way for each other and were meant to be.

“They were beautiful inside and out to ourselves and our families, and they were inseparable.

“Chloe always described herself as ditzy who Liam adored and would do anything for, including dealing with Chloe’s demands for chocolate.

“They lived to go to new places together and explore different cities. They wanted to be together forever and now they are.”

Two men  have been arrested in connection with the Manchester Arena terrorist attack this morning.

Police carried out searches at addresses in the Moss Side area in the early hours  during which a controlled explosion took place.

Seven men and one woman have been arrested in conjunction with the investigation and remain in custody for further questioning. GMP made this update on Facebook.