London on Alert after Boston Bombings.

Almost immediately after news broke of the bombings that took place at the Boston marathon yesterday, where 2 people were killed and over 100 injured, London who host two major events of potential interest to terrorists this week where tightening security around the capital.

On Wednesday London will host the State funeral for former Prime Minister, Baroness Thatcher. Security around this event was high even before the events that took place in Boston yesterday and tensions ran high after the announcement of her death last week.
Perhaps more significantly the London Marathon is due to take place this coming Sunday and official's have stated that security will be reviewed ahead of the race.

The London Marathon will have an estimated £10,000 more runners than its Boston counterpart and the route passes some of London most famous Landmarks. The event is also televised live. Sports Minister, Hugh Robertson has confirmed that the London Marathon will go ahead and was said to be 'absolutely confident' that the event could go ahead safely.

A brief statement by Chief Superintendent Julia Pendry, who is in charge of policing Sunday's race said. "A security plan is in place. We will be reviewing our security arrangements in partnership with London Marathon."

An estimated 500,000 spectators are expected to line the 26.2 mile route although that number may dwindle due to what took place in Boston yesterday.