direct to your inboxThe independent public inquiry into the Manchester Arena bombing atrocity has been put on hold over the continuing Covid-19 pandemic.The inquiry was due to resume on Tuesday next week after the Christmas break.But it was confirmed today that chairman Sir John Saunders has decided to 'pause' proceeding until January 18 at the earliest.The use of virtual hearings and limited attendance at Manchester magistrates court, where the inquiry is sitting, will be considered in the interim.A statement from the inquiry was released today.It said: "In light of this week's announcements on further lockdowns and restrictions Sir John Saunders, chairman of the Manchester Arena inquiry, has had to consider the impact on the inquiry’s.