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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Damon Wilkinson

Police and fire crews to flood Manchester city centre today in training exercise

An emergency services training exercise is taking place in Manchester city centre today.

Police, firefighters and others are all taking part in the pre-planned operation on Monday.

The 'mock scenario' exercise has been organised to make sure officers have training for real-life situations.

No further details on the location or timings have been revealed, but police say it's not related to counter terrorism.

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In a statement GMP said: "A Greater Manchester Police and partner agencies will today (Monday 28 February 2022) take part in an exercise in Manchester City Centre.

"The exercise is not a real incident or emergency. It is a mock scenario, not related to counter terrorism policing.

"This is a test of the multi-agency response to incidents and emergencies, ensuring we work together to deliver an outstanding service.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service tweeted: "We will be taking part in an exercise in Manchester City Centre today with @gmpolice and partners.

"The exercise is not a real incident or emergency.

"This will test the multi-agency response to incidents and emergencies, ensuring we work together to deliver an outstanding service."

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