Donald Trump’s ring of steel security arrangements revealed for his UK state visit
A RING of steel has been put in place outside the US Ambassador's residence in Regent's Park for Trump's much-anticipated arrival, with cops implementing strict safety measures.
The President will also enjoy the protection of state-of-the-art security equipment and staff, in addition to his own heavily armoured car - dubbed the "Beast".
The "Beast" actually refers to two identical armoured limos that President Trump has brought over from the US.
They were flown over by Air Force transport aircraft and have emergency equipment, steel plating, weapons and containers of the President's blood type.
Each car can withstand bomb and grenade attacks, and contain bullet and blast proof fuel tanks.
For Trump's visit, an eight-foot-high temporary steel mesh fence has been placed on the road between Winfield House and London's Central Mosque.
Tens of thousands of protesters are expected to demonstrate against the US president in London during his visit.
EXPECTED PROTESTS
Demonstrators have vowed lay siege to Downing Street, with protests still expected to take place despite police imposing a ban on marching down Whitehall.
The infamous inflatable baby blimp, which flew during his last visit to London, is also expected to pay another visit.
Trump will visit Westminster Abbey and lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior.
On the second day, he is set to hold talks with Theresa May at Downing Street.
The pair will attend a business breakfast with senior UK and US business leaders, before they hold their last joint press conference together.
Mrs May is expected to travel to Southsea Common in Portsmouth with Trump to attend the D-Day anniversary events.
Prince Charles will invite the President to Clarence House for tea, but the Duchess of Sussex will not join the rest of the royal family.
Trump yesterday backed Boris Johnson in being Britain’s next PM — and revealed other Tory leadership hopefuls have also begged for his backing.
His bombshell intervention into the Conservatives’ contest — just a few days before MPs start voting — is a major breach of protocol.
It risks sparking a full-blown diplomatic rift between London and Washington if the mop-haired former London mayor fails to take the Tory crown.
While stopping short of offering his full endorsement, Mr Trump told The Sun: “It’s something that I find very interesting.
“I actually have studied it very hard. I know the different players.
“But I think Boris would do a very good job. I think he would be excellent.”
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