Investigation underway after schools receive bomb threat

Police confirm sites have now reopened with no threat to the public

Police have confirmed a number of the Island's schools received a bomb threat via email this morning.

The Isle of Man Constabulary says officers immediately attended the schools, resulting in significant disruption and concern for students, parents and staff.

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Officers are now satisfied that there is no perceived risk to the public or pupils, and the schools have reopened following consultation with the Department of Education, Sport and Culture.

Police are continuing to investigate the origin of the threat.