Emergency services will be taking part in a pre-planned training exercise this evening (13 Feb 2020) at Manchester Arndale Centre after the centre is closed.

Police are telling the public not to be alarmed or concerned if they are within the area tonight as some noises will come from the shopping centre.

This activity forms part of GMP’s on-going commitment to ensure officers have substantial training in real-life scenarios.

There is nothing to suggest an immediate threat in Greater Manchester.