New security barriers have been installed at Trafalgar Square over the last two weeks. Many people are complaining that these temporary metal and concrete barriers have destroyed the visual beauty of this iconic national memorial. I agree with these views to a certain extent... but, sadly they are necessary to protect the public from a possible vehicle attack.
The current Terrorism Threat Level set by MI5 is - SEVERE. This means that an attack is highly likely. Pedestrians still have unlimited access to Trafalgar Square. These barriers may be ugly... but, they help to keep everybody safe. (Unless you are a pigeon!)
My photo from July, a few weeks before the barriers were fully installed.











