WREXHAM residents are being urged not to 'be alarmed' if they see more polic officers than usual in the city today (Friday, December 9).

That is due to patrols being stepped up as King Charles makes his Royal visit to celebrate city status.

His Majesty is due to visit St Giles' Parish Church in the city centre today to mark Wrexham's new city status with a celebratory ceremony.

North Wales Police says it will have a 'visible presence' of uniformed officers on duty, as well as plain clothes officers.

Read more: Wrexham roads to be closed today for Royal visit

Officers are also urging anyone who may see something suspicious taking place to report it to them.

A statement from NWP's Wrexham Town team read: "North Wales Police will be on duty on Friday in Wrexham to ensure the safety of visitors and residents to the city. We will have a visible presence of uniformed officers and other security staff to assist and engage with you during the day.

"Don’t be alarmed if one of our friendly team says hello or one of our canine colleagues wags a tail in your direction!

"We will also have plain clothes officers on duty working to keep you safe. We ask all members of the public to be mindful of their surroundings and report any suspicious behaviour to one of our team.

"To report an imminent threat speak to any of our team, call 999 or ring the police Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321."