There continues to be an increased police presence across Greater Manchester throughout the Jewish holy period.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are deploying a 'robust policing presence' in Jewish communities across the city region to provide 'extra visibility and security'.

The force said it 'understands local concern' following counter-terrorism operations across Greater Manchester. They've been deployed to Jewish communities throughout September, and will be deploying additional resources ahead of Sukkot which begins at sunset on Friday 25 September.

Police officers will patrol Jewish communities on foot, and will advise residents on how best to report any suspicious activity.

Plans for the deployment were formed following engagement with Jewish community leaders, who helped police best understand local concerns.

Chief Superintendent Dave Meeney, Gold commander for the High Holy Days, said: "We're well aware that events over recent days will have only added to already heightened concerns in our Jewish communities, especially at such an important time of year.

"We recognise and understand this concern, and I want to make it absolutely clear that our work to provide as much visibility and security as we can through additional activity, which remains very much ongoing.

"Our priority is always the safety of the public and, while we don't currently believe there is any ongoing risk to our communities linked to Counter Terrorism Policing's activity in Greater Manchester this week, we'll continue to listen and respond to your concerns in the most proportionate and effective way.

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"The importance of your continued cooperation, support and reporting to us can't be overstated. It plays a vital role in shaping our wider response to communities in times of such anxiety and fear. We ask people to be vigilant and report to us anything that doesn't seem right."

Police also encouraged anybody else to report anything which they find suspicious - you can do so by calling 101 or by reporting online.

Alternatively, you can call the independent charity, Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.