SHOPPERS and traders will get the chance chat with their local bobbies over a cup of tea during a meet-and-greet in Ilford.
The event, at Lemar Cafe in The Exchange shopping centre will taken place from 10am until 12pm on Thursday, May 20.
A police spokeswoman said: "Ilford town centre police would like to invite local shoppers and retailers to join them for a free cup of tea.
"During the event shoppers will be able to talk to the officers informally about crime and any concerns that they have."
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