1 April 2009
G20 demonstrations: statement from the City of London
Corporation
Stuart Fraser, Chairman of Policy of the City of London
Corporation, said today (1 April) at 17:00:
"The police are managing a very difficult balancing act: they
need to make sure the demonstrators can protest peacefully and
safely, whilst protecting property and keeping the City open for
business. Obviously the operation is ongoing and the situation may
change, but so far the police seem to be handling a tricky job very
well. The City of London Corporation, which acts as the local
authority for the Square Mile, is working closely with the police
to support their efforts to keep the City working. The City of
London Police is working in partnership with the Metropolitan
Police and British Transport Police in a single operation. By
pooling resources and intelligence, we are aiming for an effective
pan-London policing operation."
Ends
Notes to editors
1. Press enquiries: Laura Citron on 020 7332 1835 or 07884 295
736.
2. The City of London Corporation provides local government
services for the Square Mile, the financial and commercial heart of
Britain. Stuart Fraser is Chairman of the Policy and Resources
Committee of the City of London Corporation.