Drones, 500 officers and Tube closures: Inside one of the Met’s largest policing operations for Arsenal trophy parade
The Metropolitan Police are preparing for a significant operation for the Arsenal trophy parade, expecting a large turnout of fans. Over 500 officers, including specialist teams, will be deployed to ensure safety during the celebrations. The event is anticipated to cause transport delays due to road and Tube station closures.
- ▪The parade celebrates Arsenal's first Premier League title in 22 years.
- ▪More than 500 officers will be deployed for the event in Islington.
- ▪The Metropolitan Police expect the majority of attendees to behave responsibly.
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NewsUKHome NewsDrones, 500 officers and Tube closures: Inside one of the Met’s largest policing operations for Arsenal trophy paradeFans are expected to flood the streets of Islington in what will be a major policing operation Nicole Wootton-Cane Friday 29 May 2026 19:50 BSTBookmarkBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":false,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"b2986118","articleMeta":{"url":"https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/arsenal-trophy-parade-football-met-police-operation-b2986118.html","title":"Inside one of the Met’s largest policing operations for Arsenal trophy parade"}}Jubilant Arsenal fans take to…
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