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McConnell and Blair pay tribute to factory dead
The prime minister has paid tribute to those killed and injured in the Glasgow factory blast.
As Scotland's first minister visited the scene of the disaster, Tony Blair expressed his condolences to the families of those killed in the explosion.
"The House will join me in expressing our condolences to the families and friends of those who have been killed and to those who
have been injured," he said.
"I would also like to pay tribute to our emergency services as they continue in their efforts to search for survivors."
Meanwhile Jack McConnell visited the scene of the explosion - which left seven people dead and over 40 injured.
On arrival at the scene, where some people are still thought to be buried below the rubble, the first minister met with police and fire officers.
"This is a tragic and terrible incident and my thoughts are with those involved and their family and friends," he said.
"I have spoken with Strathclyde's chief constable. He has reassured me that everything that can be done, is being done.
"Dedicated emergency staff are working flat out to rescue and treat the people caught up in this shocking day.
"They have the full support of our Scottish government."
The explosion at the factory, which is thought to have been caused by an industrial gas oven, took place on Tuesday.
Whilst many survivors have walked free from the scene, emergency services still believe that some people may be trapped alive under the collapsed structure.
In the Commons ,Tory leader Michael Howard and Liberal Democrat leader Charles Kennedy also expressed their condolences.
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