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<p>We are clear that the public have the right to peaceful protest, and that police
forces should make reasonable contingencies within their budgets to cover the cost
of these and other unexpected events in their area. Police and Crime Commissioners
have the option to apply for funding through the Police Special Grant to assist with
the cost of any significant events which might otherwise threaten the financial stability
of the police force.</p><p>However, we also acknowledge that there are additional
demands in policing the national capital and centre of Government and provide the
Metropolitan Police with additional funding called the National and International
Capital City (NICC) Grant to help cover those costs. For 2019/20, the NICC Grant will
increase to £185m.</p><p>We are providing a significant police funding settlement
in 2019/20 that provides the biggest increase in police funding since 2010, with more
money for local police forces, counter terrorism and tackling serious and organised
crime. If the Mayor of London raises council tax precept by the maximum permitted
then funding to the Metropolitan Police Service in 2019/20 will increase by £172m.</p>
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