Reaction to Manchester arena terror attack
The latest reaction from the East to the terror attack at a concert in Manchester on Monday night. Police forces have issued guidelines and warnings.
The latest reaction from the East to the terror attack at a concert in Manchester on Monday night. Police forces have issued guidelines and warnings.
There's been a rise in the number of hate crimes being reported in Northamptonshire since last week's terror attack in Manchester, according to the county's police force.
Officers say they're monitoring the situation and have urged people to keep coming forward if they're targeted.
They've also confirmed that they'll continue to be on patrol at large events this weekend.
Over the next few days, we will be continuing our focus on patrolling crowded places, religious establishments, transport hubs and large events, and in those communities which may feel more vulnerable.
We have seen a rise in the number of hate crimes and incidents reported to us over the past week and we are continuing to monitor this. We want people to feel confident in reporting incidents where they or others have been targeted because of who they are or what they believe in.
Northampton Saints have laid on extra security measures for their European play-off against Stade Français tomorrow night.
Armed officers will be on patrol at major infrastructure sites across Essex and the county will see more police patrols.
Friends of Paris terror attack victim Nick Alexander have urged the people of Manchester to "stand united".