Police host anti-terrorism events

Police have appealed to members of the public to be vigilant and help stop crime and terrorism.

Scotland Yard are launching Operation Penna which they said will remind the public of their "vital role".

Between November 26 and December 7 police are holding events across London's 32 boroughs to provide information to residents and businesses about terrorism threats and what can be done to provide protection.

Briefings will also be held for officers and staff in every borough to highlight their role in counter-terrorism policing by providing a link between national expertise and mainstream neighbourhood policing.

Commander Richard Morris, from specialist operations, said: "Protective security is a key element of our counter-terrorism strategy as it creates a hostile environment for people planning terrorist attacks.

"Everyone has a role to play in keeping London safe from terrorism and this operation sees specialist officers working closely with neighbourhood officers and communities which is vital.

"Operation Penna builds on our engagement with communities and businesses in a variety of ways to counter the threat from terrorism and improve the protection from a terrorist attack, and other crime, offered to local businesses.

"The threat to London from terrorism remains real and serious so we encourage the public to remain vigilant and alert and to report anything suspicious to police."