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MY LATEST UPDATE FOR HARROW RESIDENTS – WEDNESDAY 7TH AUGUST
I want to thank Superintendent Zubin Writer, Harrow’s New Local Policing Lead, who has taken the time to speak to me again today.
I made clear to him that many in our community are deeply worried by the awful events that we have seen in other areas of the country.
Residents will be aware that a list of 39 potential EDL target locations have been circulated online. One of these locations is in Harrow.
As I set out in my statement yesterday, beyond these social media messages, it is not clear what – if anything - is being planned by the far-right.
Nonetheless, this is a fast-moving situation and Superintendent Writer has therefore reassured me that significant police resources are being made available to Harrow and that a considerable amount of work has already been carried out to prevent or minimise any disorder.
I am confident that Harrow Police have a strong and effective policing plan in place to deal with all eventualities.
I take great pride in Harrow’s diverse communities. Those who seek to disrupt our peaceful community and to divide us, will not succeed.
I urge residents to remain calm and to support the police to do their work to keep everyone safe.
I will continue to work closely with the local police and others. If you see any suspicious activity online or in-person, please report via: http://www.met.police.uk/ro/report/. In an emergency, please call 999.
I will of course continue to respond to calls and emails on the matter via [email protected]
Gareth Thomas MP Member of Parliament for Harrow West |
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