The leader of Croydon Council and the new Chief Superintendent of Croydon have “reassured” residents that they are doing “all we can to protect Croydon.”

A statement, released today, (May 24) comes after Prime Minister Theresa May increased the terrorism threat level to ‘critical’.

It follows yesterday's terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester which killed 22 people and injured more than 50.

Councillor Tony Newman said: “Following the Government’s announcement of an increased terrorist threat level, we would like to reassure residents that we are doing all we can to protect Croydon.

"As you go about your daily lives you’ll see that there are more police and community safety officers on patrol to help protect our borough and give visible reassurance to members of the public.”

Chief Superintendent Jeff Boothe said: “We know that some communities will feel a heightened sense of concern, tension and vulnerability.

"Our officers will also be reaching out to these communities, faith groups and schools to offer support and reassurance.

We ask people to remain calm but vigilant at this time. If you are out and about, please be alert and tell the police immediately if you see something suspicious.”