Manchester Airport Terminal 2 evacuated because of 'suspicious package'

Manchester Airport's Terminal 2 has been evacuated because of reports of a suspicious package.

Pictures on social media show the entrance to the Terminal 2 drop off has been cordoned off.

A Manchester Airport spokesman said:

“Following a report of a suspicious package in Terminal Two, a controlled evacuation is taking place as per standard procedure. We are in close contact with Greater Manchester Police, who are managing the response, and will provide an update on the situation as soon as possible."

Greater Manchester Police said:

"Police were called with a report of a suspicious package in Terminal 2 of Manchester Airport at around 3.20pm today (19 October 2021).

The terminal has been evacuated as per standard procedure and a cordon has been put in place as a safety precaution while an assessment is carried out."

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