I was in a store called Debenhams when there was an announcement for everyone, staff and customers, to evacuate the building. I was just browsing, so it wasn't a really big deal for me to leave, but there were loads of people in line at the tills. I saw someone carry a suit outside on its hanger, and it was not yet paid for, he just didn't know what to do with it.
The police closed down not just that store, but loads of others, as well. There was a suspicious looking package, and we all had to wait for the bomb squad to arrive and deal with it. The remaining shops were much busier, but I really noticed a difference in all the restaurants and take aways. More than half the places that you could buy food were closed down, and the remaining ones were chockered.
But I do have something to show for it all. I bought the most wonderful pair of heels. Red satin, and gorgeous. I love them.
All in all, an interesting afternoon.
