At least four Scots are being treated in hospital following a suicide bomb attack at the Manchester Arena last night, Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed.
The First Minister said the four patients had been “presented at hospitals in Scotland” and confirmed that two have since been discharged.
Police are also in contact with the family of two girls missing from Barra.
At least 22 people, including children, have been killed and a further 59 are reported injured following the incident.
Ms Sturgeon described the incident as a “dreadful atrocity”.
“There can be nothing more cowardly than to attack children and young people enjoying a night-out,” she said.
“At this point, as has been confirmed, 22 people tragically lost their lives and 59 have been injured.
“As of now, and this may change as the day develops, we are aware of four people who have presented at hospitals in Scotland, two of whom have already been discharged.
“Police Scotland are also in contact with the family of two girls reported missing from Barra who are known to have attended the concert last night.
“Anyone who has concerns about loved ones should contact the Greater Manchester Police emergency number on 0161 856 9400.”
Ms Sturgeon confirmed earlier today she had convened a meeting of the Scotitsh government’s resilience committee.
In a statement issued to members of the press, the First Minister said: “My thoughts are with the victims, their families and all those who have been affected by this barbaric attack in Manchester.
“The Scottish Government is working with Police Scotland and the UK Government to ensure that we have a full understanding of the developing situation.
“I will convene a meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Committee this morning to receive an update and to consider any implications for Scotland.”
Police Scotland Chief Constable Phil Gormley said: “My thoughts and those of everyone at Police Scotland are with those who have lost loved ones or who were injured in the attack in Manchester.
“As part of the UK-wide response to these events, Police Scotland continues to review all safety and security plans and operations.
“This includes ensuring our armed policing and specialist resources are appropriately deployed.
“People will therefore see armed police on patrol at transport hubs and crowded places.
“There is no intelligence to suggest there is any threat to Scotland but I would ask the public to remain alert and report anything suspicious.
“We continue to liaise with the UK authorities in response to this incident.”
