A number of schools in Northern Ireland and Scotland are on alert this morning after receiving a second bomb threat in recent weeks. Some schools have been evacuated as a precaution, and the PSNI has declared a major incident.
Police Respond to Threat Email
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said: "Police received reports today of a concerning email sent to a number of schools across Northern Ireland. As a result of this email, police are conducting urgent enquiries, and liaising with the schools in question. An update will be provided in due course."
Impact on Schools
Evacuations have been carried out at some schools as a safety measure. Police are currently liaising with the affected schools and conducting urgent enquiries.