Westminster Bridge evacuated after suspicious vehicle discovery – Updated

Westminster Bridge has been evacuated and roads surrounding the London landmark closed by police after the discovery of a “suspicious vehicle”.

Social media images show dozens emergency service workers at the scene.

Some exits at Westminster Tube station have been shut. Transport for London advised drivers to avoid the area.

Met police subsequently tweeted that “the incident in Victoria Embankment has now concluded. The vehicle has been deemed non-suspicious. All roads will now be reopened.”

This is a developing story Via The Independent, The Guardian and BBC

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