Manchester One Love concert: Gary Barlow shares photo from Old Trafford ahead of Take That performance
Preparations are almost complete for concert raising money for victims and loved ones of Manchester bombing
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Gary Barlow has shared a photo from inside Old Trafford ahead of the One Love Manchester show.
The Take That member posted the image which showed a stage being set-up inside the venue with the caption: "There she is! The stage is set for tonight. #OneLove."
Take That are among the artists set to perform at the concert taking place to raise funds for those affected by the Manchester attack.
One Love Manchester is a special concert being held at Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground to honour and raise vital funds for victims and their loved ones.
The concert will feature performances by Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus, Pharrell Williams, Take That and Niall Horan, Little Mix, Robbie Williams, Marcus Mumford and Black Eyed Peas.
The BBC One coverage is being broadcast from 6.55pm to 10pm and will be presented by Sara Cox and Ore Oduba.
Nick Grimshaw and Anita Rani are hosting from backstage and among the audience. Live performances will begin from 7pm.
All net ticket proceeds from the show will go towards the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund, set up by Manchester City Council in partnership with the British Red Cross.
Coverage will start at 6.30pm and run until 10pm, with the presenting team consisting of Scott Mills, Jo Whiley, Phil Williams and Becky Want.
It was confirmed by Greater Manchester Police earlier today [4 June] that the One Love Manchester concert would go ahead despite recent terror attacks in London.
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Issuing a statement, GMP said that the event at Old Trafford would continue as scheduled and also paid tribute to those affected in London.
Assistant Chief Constable Garry Shewan from Greater Manchester Police said: “We're deeply saddened to hear about last night's horrific attacks in London and our thoughts are with everyone affected, including the emergency services responding to the incident.
“There are two large-scale events taking place in Greater Manchester today and we would like to assure people that these will still take place, but with additional security in place to assure the safety of everyone.
“We have dedicated resources at both events, with a significant number of officers from both GMP and colleagues from other forces, some of which will be armed.
“There will be additional security checks taking place and everyone will be searched, including bags. We would ask people not to bring bags if they can, as this will help speed up entry."
You can follow live updates on One Love Manchester on our liveblog here.
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