Controlled explosion carried out at Manchester Airport station

The package was found at around 8am this morning and a man was arrested.

The station has been closed and bus rail services cancelled.

Greater Manchester Police have released the following statement: “Bomb disposal officers are at Manchester Airport transport interchange to assist GMP with enquiries.

“As part of their assessment to ensure the package is safe, a controlled explosion took place.

“The cordon will remain in place as a precautionary measure as enquiries continue.”