Met Police Counter-terrorism campaign

If you suspect it, report it - that's the message to Londoners in the Met Police's counter-terrorism campaign

The campaign encourages communities to trust their instincts and play a pivotal role in helping make the capital a hostile environment for terrorists.

The campaign has been developed in partnership with British Transport Police, City of London Police and Transport for London and urges the community to think about their surroundings.

The advice is to ask other people, tell station staff or dial 999 if they see something that causes suspicion such as an unattended bag.

Additionally, the public are encouraged to contact the confidential anti-terrorist hotline on 0800 789 321 if they notice any unusual activity at lock-ups, garages or flats or have suspicions about particular vehicles.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Peter Clarke, head of the Met's Anti-Terrorist Branch, said:

"The Met is working harder than ever to keep London safe from the threat of terrorism but we very much need the public's help to reduce the danger"

"We are asking Londoners for their help in reporting suspicious bags or packages, as well as encouraging them to think about anything or anybody that has struck them as unusual in their day-to-day lives."

"I would ask people across London to think very carefully about anyone they know whose behaviour has changed suddenly. What has changed – could it be significant? What about the people they associate with? Tell us what you see and what you know, and let us decide if the information you have is valuable or not."

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