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Security and safety measures in response to bombing

The security forces are reviewing public safety and issuing advice to the public in the South after the bombing at Manchester Arena last night.

People are being advised to go about their ordinary lives, but at the same time to be on alert and to report any suspicious incidents.

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Thames Valley urged to stay vigilant after Manchester bombing

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People in the Thames Valley are being urged to stay vigilant this summer after the terrorist attack in Manchester.

There have been no specific threats, but the region is hosting a wide number of major events over the next few months, including the Reading Festival and Common People in Oxford, which is being held this weekend.

Security is already tight at these events and officials are telling those attending to stay aware but not to panic.

Organisers for Common People say that they are liaising with police ahead of the festival.

The safety of our audience is of utmost importance to us. The team at Common People are currently in discussions with the Police in both Southampton and Oxford and are consulting with our security company to align our strategy for this weekend’s festival. Our thoughts are with the families in Manchester affected by this tragedy

– Common People

Reading FC are playing in the Championship play-off final this Monday at Wembley Stadium, with thousands expected to attend.

The English Football League (EFL) and Football Association (F.A.) say that there will be an "enhanced" security operation at the match but that there have been no specific threats.

Fan safety is of paramount importance and we have robust security measures in place at Wembley Stadium.

In collaboration with the Metropolitan Police and the local authorities there will be an enhanced security operation for all upcoming events.

All supporters are encouraged to arrive for events at Wembley Stadium as early as possible for security checks and to avoid any delays in entering the stadium.

– The F.A.

The thoughts and prayers of everyone associated with the EFL and its 72 Clubs are with all those affected by last night’s terrible events in Manchester.

The EFL is fully aware of the security issues that football and other sporting events currently face and whilst there have been no specific threats in this country, our Security Advisor will be liaising with Wembley Stadium, the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) and the Metropolitan Police to ensure the arrangements in place provide a safe and secure environment for all supporters attending this weekend’s Play-Off matches.

The safety of fans remains our highest priority. The EFL takes security issues extremely seriously and we would urge all supporters planning to be at Wembley Stadium to be vigilant of their surroundings at all times, stay alert and not be alarmed.

– The EFL

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