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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.

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Police see rise in hate crimes after Manchester attack

Northamptonshire Police HQ. Credit: ITV News Anglia

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.

– Chief Inspector Lara Alexander-Lloyd, Northamptonshire Police

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