South Wales Police deploy extra officers for Olympics

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South Wales Police says its resources won't be over-stretched Credit: ITV News Wales

South Wales Police is increasing the number of officers deployed to provide security on the Olympics in Cardiff. The force says it's "as a result of recent developments." The private security firm G4S has been criticised for failing to provide the number of staff it had promised for the Games.

The extra police officers will provide security at the Millennium Stadium, where 11 men's and women's matches will be played during the Olympics, including the opening event of the Games next Wednesday. They will also be deployed at athletes' training facilities in Cardiff.

The ITV News website has continuing updates on Olympic security and G4S' involvement.