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More schools cleared

Four schools in Cornwall were evacuated this morning following a potential security threat at about 8am.

Teachers made the decision to evacuate the buildings in Truro, St Ives and Penzance, Devon and Cornwall Police said.



“By 9am, following police attendance and immediate enquiries, there was quickly found to be no threat and no risk to any children or staff,” a spokesperson added.

Raynes Park High School in west London, and Rutlish and Ricards Lodge schools in Merton, south London, were also cleared after a bomb threat. Another un-named school in London was also evacuated.