London attack : Nottinghamshire Police to carry out high-visibility patrols across county

High-visibility police patrols will take place across Nottinghamshire today following last night's terrorist attack in London.

Seven people were killed and three suspects were shot dead following the attack at London Bridge and Borough Market.

A speeding van hit pedestrians before three men jumped out and stabbed members of the public and a police officer.

Forty-eight people were taken to five London hospitals.

Nottinghamshire Police said the patrols were designed to bring reassurance to the public following the attack.

A statement read: "Whilst there is no suggestion that Nottinghamshire is affected by the incident we are today carrying out high visibility patrols across the county to provide reassurance to members of the public and are monitoring the situation nationally.

"Whilst we work around the clock to detect and prevent, the greatest defence to terrorism is the everyday actions of our communities."

The police are urging people to report suspicious activity to the anti-terrorist hotline on 0800 789321 or, in an emergency, to dial 999.