Dancing revellers crash through a bus stop ROOF near Notting Hill Carnival as partygoers enjoy event

Dancing revellers crash through a bus stop ROOF near Notting Hill Carnival as partygoers enjoy event
Footage taken on the first day of Notting Hill Carnival shows a group of partygoers dancing on top of a bus shelter until it collapses.

The clip shared on social media shows a group of around eight people standing on top of the shelter, flaunting themselves in front of a throng of people in west London.
Dozens of spectators in the crowd had their phones in the air recording what was happening, until the roof of the shelter suddenly gave way.
An audible gasp can be heard among the festival-goers as the group suddenly plunges out of view. Two people suffered minor injuries in the incident in Ladbroke Grove, police say.

Reports of arrests and anti-social behaviour have blighted an otherwise joyous return for Notting Hill Carnival following a two-year hiatus due to Covid.

The Metropolitan Police said there have been 38 arrests made at the parade today, including two alleged sexual assaults and eight other physical attacks.

Other alleged offences included drug possession, criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon.

But despite these incidents, tens of thousands of revellers were able to enjoy the first day of the procession, with scores of dancers getting into the party spirit.
Outlandish costumes with peacock feathers and bright colours adorned the streets as revellers celebrated in their own unique way.

Many were seen dancing in large groups, while others showed off their moves to the assembled police officers.

Sunday, traditionally 'family day', saw bright and dazzling costumes as the carnival procession made its way through Ladbroke Grove.

Crowds of young children blowing whistles danced down the streets with their parents in tow.

Millions are expected to attend the carnival over the course of the two-day festival, which has had a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic.

Carina Charles, 40, a nurse from Basildon, said: 'I like the togetherness of the people and the mixture of the culture. My Caribbean music, the soca music is what I love the most.'

'Everybody is jovial - they are excited after coming out of lockdown after three years.'

Different sound systems dotted around the streets of west London entertained the dancing crowds as revellers smiled to the booming music.

Small children standing on the doorsteps of their houses waved Jamaican flags and waved at passers-by.

Shauna Walsh, 38, who lives in Kensal Rise, said: 'The atmosphere has been really uplifting and warming - it is nice to be back.'
A 72-second silence was also held this afternoon to commemorate the lives lost during the Grenfell fire disaster.

The carnival, which is an annual event celebrating Caribbean culture and is open to all, came to a halt at 3pm as a tribute to all those affected by the fire.

It comes after organisers were previously slammed for not planning to hold such a silence this year, despite the gathering having done so in 2017, 2018 and 2019. The carnivals in 2020 and 2021 were cancelled due to the pandemic.

Partygoers had planned to stop dancing, singing and playing music and come together as a community. But MailOnline understands that some were left upset and angry after no silence appeared to be held within sight of the tower itself.

Speaking at the carnival, London Mayor Sadiq Khan said he will 'never forget' the summer of 2017 and the impact of the 'awful' tragedy.

Up to two million people had been expected to attend the carnival, as they enjoyed the children's parade on family day (Sunday). Live performances from singers, dancers and musicians are among the entertainment planned for today.

Attendees have been told to expect travel disruption - some underground stations are closed or partially closed due to the carnival, and bus strikes affect many routes in west London too.

The children's parade, the focus point of the carnival today, has drawn to a close at 5.30pm - but live music and celebrations are expected to continue late into the evening.