Bombproof our windows say Blair's neighbours

The request comes just days after a series of security scares at his Georgian townhouse in Connaught Square, Central London.

One incident involved a suspect car which was investigated by a remote- control 'robot' before being cleared.

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After discussions with police, residents have had their request refused and have been told they must pay for the alterations themselves.

But it appears the former Prime Minister is considering having bombproof glass and has put in a planning application to Westminster Council to install new windows and doors.

The matter was brought up at a meeting of Connaught Square Residents Association. Neighbours are also worried that bomb damage would not be covered by their home insurance.

They are already furious about major building work taking place, including the construction of a roof terrace clearly shown in pictures taken by The Mail on Sunday.

A string of complaints to the council argued that the hubbub of the Blairs barbecuing on their open-air deck would be "noisy and smelly".

One resident, who did not wish to be named, said: "We were told that if we want shatterproof glass, we have to pay for it ourselves as the Blairs don't even have it.

"We were told they only have curtains which have been lined so that they can take the force of the glass should an explosion occur.

"A number of us are very worried about the situation. Some people have checked with their insurers and under their current policies they would not be covered for a terrorist attack.

"We have had a string of incidents in the square. Only a few weeks ago the area was flooded with about 40 police, three fire engines were in attendance and we were told to stay in our homes.

"It all calmed down eventually, but we feel that it is only a matter of time before something happens and we want to be prepared if it does.

"One of the police told a resident that if the Blairs' house took the force of a blast, then all the windows in the square would be blown out.

"We are so concerned there is even talk of raising money around the square to have an independent security assessment carried out by an expert."

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Mr Blair was warned by MI5 and police when he bought the townhouse three years ago that it posed a security risk because the square was so exposed.

But draft residents association minutes reveal that police are desperately trying to reassure neighbours that there is no risk.

The minutes state: "Police assured residents that after a thorough assessment - at the highest levels - of any likely terrorist threat, the police protection now in place for the Blairs and other residents is considered by the Home Office to be adequate and proportionate.

"Residents do not need shatterproof glass for their windows."

Neighbours have been told by police to visit MI5's website to learn tips on protecting themselves from terrorism.

Westminster Council declined to talk about the planning application for windows at Mr Blair's home.

A spokesman said: "Having considered representations by the Home Office, the council remains of the view that these are extremely sensitive documents, the release of which could pose a security threat.

"The public interest weights in favour of not disclosing these documents."

A spokesman for Mr Blair said: "We never comment on security matters."

The townhouse has already been knocked through to an adjoining £1million mews house behind to increase security and provide a more secure entrance at the back.

The two properties are currently undergoing a massive £100,000 facelift.

The redesigned property is expected to be filled with panic alarms, motion detectors, CCTV cameras and have 24-hour security.