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Hundreds of UK schools hit by bomb-threat emails: police say hoax

Waves of threatening emails have been sent to hundreds of schools across the UK, forcing evacuations and lockdowns. Police say the messages have been treated as hoaxes and not credible, with some reportedly sent from outside the UK, but investigators have not yet said who is behind them.

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Be ready: Schools follow police advice on evacuation. Parents should expect text alerts from the school and avoid rushing to the gates unless told to.

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