Met Police have arrested more than 100 revellers on the first day of Notting Hill Carnival this year.

The force confirmed some 140 people have been apprehended for a variety of offences.

The figure represents a rise of 40 arrests compared to the Sunday last year.

It is understood 15 assaults on police were recorded and that 21 arrests were made for possession of an offensive weapon.

In a statement, a spokesman for the Met Police said: "The policing operation for the first full day of Notting Hill Carnival has moved into the dispersal phase as crowds head home from the event.

"A significant number of officers remain in the area to deal with any incidents.

"As of 7.45pm, there had been 140 total arrests as part of the policing operation.

"105 arrests took place at Carnival itself, while 35 took place on the approaches to Carnival as a result of proactive policing interventions.

"Of those 35 arrests on the approaches, 13 followed positive identifications using live facial recognition.

"A breakdown of the total offences is below:
Assault on police – 15
Possession of an offensive weapon – 21
Possession of cannabis – 25
Possession of class A drugs – 6
Possession of other drugs – 2
Possession with intent to supply drugs – 19
Robbery – 2
Public order – 4
Sexual offences – 4
Other – 42

"Of the officers who were assaulted, one has injuries to their hand which required hospital treatment.

"We will ensure all officers receive the appropriate support."