Durham officers to help police Donald Trump UK state visit

Officers from Durham Constabulary have been deployed in London for the American head of state’s unprecedented second state visit to the UK.

President Trump touched down at London Stansted Airport in Essex on Tuesday (September 16) evening,.

Police forces across the country have lent officers to help with the visit’s security.

A spokesman for Durham Police said: “There are longstanding arrangements in place to ensure we can meet our commitments to supply officers under mutual aid in support of national operations, while ensuring we continue to meet day-to-day policing requirements within the force area.”

The former reality TV host-turned-politician will visit Windsor Castle on Wednesday, where he will be treated to a ceremonial welcome and a lavish state banquet.

There are no public-facing engagements for the President, with thousands expected to take part in major protests against his two-day stay.

But he hinted at possible tariff relief for UK steel ahead of talks with Sir Keir Starmer at the Prime Minister’s country residence, Chequers, on Thursday.

Speaking to reporters before he landed, the President said: “My relationship is very good with the UK, and Charles, as you know, who’s now King, is my friend.

“It’s the first time this has ever happened where somebody was honoured twice. So, it’s a great honour.”

He added: “I’m there also on trade. They want to see if they can refine the trade deal a little bit.

“We’ve made a deal, and it’s a great deal, and I’m into helping them.”