Southmead Hospital has been subject to a "security incident" today after a man claimed to be in possession of explosives. The bomb disposal unit attended the scene and a man has been arrested, according to Avon and Somerset Police.
North Bristol NHS Trust, which runs the hospital, said in a statement just after midday: "We are currently responding to a security incident in our Emergency Department. We’re asking all members of the public to please stay away from the Emergency Department at Southmead Hospital whilst this incident is ongoing.
"This means that we have had to cancel all outpatient appointments and visiting today. We are unable to comment further at this time but will issue updates as soon as possible."
