COMMUNITIES across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are not facing an immediate threat from a terror attack.

Hampshire Constabulary has urged residents to remain vigilant after London was rocked by a horrific terror attack yesterday.

PC Keith Palmer, a member of the Parliamentary and Diplomatic Protection Squad, was killed as he tried to stop the attacker at around 2.30pm on Wednesday, while three members of the public were also fatally injured.

The suspect, who was armed with two knives, injured around 40 people as he mowed down pedestrians with a car on Westminster Bridge before crashing at the railings in front of Parliament.

Bursting through the gate to the Palace of Westminster, he stabbed Pc Palmer before being shot dead by armed officers

Chief constable Olivia Pinkney said: “Our thoughts are with the families, friends and colleagues of those killed and seriously injured as a result of the events in London yesterday.

"There is currently no specific intelligence to indicate an immediate threat to any locations within the UK, including Hampshire or the Isle of Wight.

“As is standard procedure whenever an incident like this happens, whether in the UK or abroad, we are reviewing our security procedures and resources to ensure that they are appropriate and if any changes need to be made.

“We have also reviewed all pre-planned events taking place in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in the coming days, as is normal procedure, to ensure all plans are up-to-date.”

Ms Pinkney is urging the public to remain vigilant and call the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321, or 999 in an emergency.

She added: “At this time we are satisfied our plans are robust but we will continue to review the situation and follow any national guidance.

"We understand that the events in London yesterday may cause people to worry but we would renew our advice to our communities to be alert but not to be alarmed.”