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| Thousands gather for carnival fun | |
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| The Notting Hill Carnival is under way, with thousands gathering on the streets of west London to enjoy the fun. | |
| The two-day event begins with Children's Day, which is traditionally more family-friendly and features floats carrying dancers and performers. | |
| Monday is expected to attract much bigger crowds who will be marching the route which runs from Ladbroke Grove to Westbourne Park. | |
| About 11,000 police officers are providing security for the event. | About 11,000 police officers are providing security for the event. |
| A total of 19 people have already been arrested in police raids across London ahead of the carnival aimed at targeting suspected criminals thought to be heading for the event. | A total of 19 people have already been arrested in police raids across London ahead of the carnival aimed at targeting suspected criminals thought to be heading for the event. |
| "We want people to come and enjoy the carnival atmosphere," said Professor Chris Mullard, chairman of the Notting Hill Carnival Board Ltd. | |
| "However, those seeking to cause trouble should think again as they will not be welcome and will be dealt with firmly by the police and stewards." | "However, those seeking to cause trouble should think again as they will not be welcome and will be dealt with firmly by the police and stewards." |
| The theme for this year's carnival is the bicentenary of the abolition of the slave trade and a reminder of the modern forms of slavery which persists in parts of the world. | The theme for this year's carnival is the bicentenary of the abolition of the slave trade and a reminder of the modern forms of slavery which persists in parts of the world. |
| Have you been to the Notting Hill Carnival this weekend? If so, send your pictures to: yourpics@bbc.co.uk | Have you been to the Notting Hill Carnival this weekend? If so, send your pictures to: yourpics@bbc.co.uk |
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