Over 1,000 schools across the country received a hoax email warning of a potential bomb threat, prompting a rapid response from local authorities. The false message, which circulated through school email systems, caused concern among parents and staff but was quickly identified as a prank.
Assistant Chief Constable Mark Sutherland addressed the situation in a statement to parents, emphasising that there is no real danger and that children can safely attend school as usual. “We want to reassure parents that it is safe for children to go to school,” Sutherland said.
Police have confirmed that the email was a hoax and that no bomb or other threat has been detected. The incident has highlighted the importance of vigilance in monitoring digital communications within educational institutions.
While authorities urge parents to remain alert to any suspicious activity, they also stress that the situation is under control and that there is no cause for alarm. Schools are continuing their normal operations, and no disruptions to the academic timetable have been announced.
The incident serves as a reminder of the need for robust cyber‑security protocols in schools, but officials reassure that the current threat level remains low and that children’s safety is a top priority.
<small>Source: BBC Education — read the original story there.</small>
