afghanistan in the last week -- from 40 commando royal marines, corporal stephen curley and marine scott taylor -- and from the 4th regiment royal artillery, gunner zak cusack. these were men of outstanding courage, skill, and selflessness. we must never forget their sacrifice. the house will also be alarmed and shocked by the events unfolding in cumbria today. police were called to whitehaven at 10:35 this morning after shots were fired by a man. and i regret to report that a number of people have been shot and at least five people have died. i can confirm that the body of a gunman has been found by the police. the chief constable of cumbria is working closely with other forces and other emergency services to ensure a coordinated response to these rapidly moving events. the government will do everything it possibly can to help the local community and those affected, and to keep the house informed. a full statement will be made to parliament tomorrow. when lives and communities are suddenly shattered in this way, our thoughts should be with all those caught up in these tragic events, especially