Heightened security in Warwickshire
Following incidents in London on June 29 and Glasgow on June 30, Warwickshire Police has reviewed policing and security plans.
Security has been stepped up at Coventry airport and at mainline rail stations as part of a nationally co-ordinated counter terrorism operation to protect the public, although there is no specific threat to the airport or any other location in Warwickshire.
Passengers will not be able to drop off or pick up in front of the terminal buildings. Police are positioned at the entrance to the airport and are checking all cars.
Warwickshire’s Assistant Chief Constable Lewis Benjamin appealed to the communities of Warwickshire to remain calm and vigilant. He said:
"As a precautionary measure to offer the best possible protection to the public, we have an enhanced police presence at the airport and at mainline rail stations and increased patrols throughout the county.
"We would ask for the continued support and co-operation of the public who should be vigilant and report any suspicious vehicles or activity immediately.
"There is no specific threat to any location in Warwickshire but people will notice more police patrols across the county particularly in our town centres and where large groups gather.
"Warwickshire Police has invoked Section 44 of the Terrorism Act 2000 to stop and search any person or vehicle in order to prevent acts of terrorism. This is a wide ranging power and only used in rare circumstances.
He added: "If a member of the public believes a vehicle or package to be suspicious, Warwickshire Police would urge them not to approach it. Contact the Anti Terrorist hotline on 0800 789321 or 999 in an emergency.
He added: "Any further police action will be co-ordinated in line with guidance from the Metropolitan Police counter terrorism branch."