Armed police at Aberdeen count as security tightens across the country

Armed police are at the AECC tonight as the count for the general election gets underway.

Security around polling stations is constantly being reviewed and updated in the wake of the terrorist attacks that have hit Britain, a senior police officer said earlier today.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Lucy D’Orsi acknowledged that today’s general election was taking place during “unprecedented times”.

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Atrocities in Westminster, Manchester and London Bridge have left the UK on high alert.

The official threat level stands at severe, the second highest rating, indicating an attack is seen as “highly likely”.

Ms D’Orsi, the National Police Chiefs Council lead for protective security, said

“Security around polling stations is constantly being reviewed and updated by local police forces.

“Plans are in place to make sure that resources are appropriately allocated.

“The general threat level remains at severe, so we continue to ask the public to be alert and to report any concerns to police.

“We appreciate that these are unprecedented times and together with our partners we continue to keep communities safe.”