Updated GMP advice following the terrorist atrocities in Paris
Date published: 18 November 2015
Assistant Chief Constable John O'Hare
Assistant Chief Constable John O'Hare of Greater Manchester Police, said: "In light of the recent events in Paris we have been closely monitoring the situation to determine the appropriate response required here, in Greater Manchester.
"I want to reinforce the fact that there is no specific intelligence suggesting that an attack is imminent within Greater Manchester.
"We have increased our police patrols to offer reassurance to our communities and to be in a position to respond immediately to any change in circumstances. This is particularly relevant to those places which attract large crowds.
"This includes an increase in armed officers who will be readily available to provide the necessary support and reassurance across Greater Manchester,
"I understand the impact that these attacks have had across all our communities. I want to send out a clear message to everyone that we must stand together, remain vigilant and live our lives as normal.
"We will continue to review intelligence and our deployments and take all possible steps to keep people safe."
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