Her Majesty will officially open the revamped Birmingham New Street Station and visit the Midland Metro tram extension in Bull Street and the Dental Hospital during her visit, amid heightened security in the wake of the recent terror attacks in Paris.
West Midlands Police have assured the Queen’s visit to Birmingham later will pass off safely after security was stepped up in the wake of the Paris terror attacks.
Officers made detailed searches in the area around New Street Station yesterday ahead of the Queen officially opening the revamped rail hub.
Her Majesty will also visit the Midland Metro tram extension in Bull Street and the Dental Hospital during her visit this morning.
Assistant Chief Constable Gareth Cann says every effort has been made to keep the public and the very special visitors safe, with armed officers carrying out high visibility patrols.
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh have officially opened Birmingham New Street Station and also sample the new Midland Metro tram.
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Armed officers to patrol streets when Queen opens Birmingham New Street Station after Paris terror attacks.