British Consulate in New York slightly damaged in blasts
Two explosions outside the British Consulate in New York caused slight damage to the building early today but no one was injured, officials said.
The explosions occurred about 3.50am (8.50 am Irish time) and apparently originated in or near a cement flower box outside the consulate in midtown Manhattan, said police department spokesman Noel Waters.
There were reports of damage to the building’s front door and a window, he said. The department’s bomb squad was at the scene.
The blasts occurred as the UK voted in a General Election dominated by anger over the Iraq war.
The Foreign Office said there are no provisions for Britons to vote at overseas consulates.
