Special forces disguised as beggars, sweepers deployed in UK to fight terror

Military sources say troops in place for 'some time' to maintain covert surveillance and respond to any future...

Special forces posing as beggars and road sweepers have been stationed at key locations in London and other cities, according to The Independent.

Military sources say the troops had been in place for 'some time' to maintain covert surveillance and respond quickly to any future attacks.

“These soldiers provide a very good layer of immediate response at least to minimise casualties or stop injuries or deaths if they react quickly,” one said.



“The operation is police-led but the director of special forces is kept in touch with developments and is in touch with his men at all times.”

The Ministry of Defence refused to comment on special forces operations, which have included bolstering police forces following the Manchester and London attacks.