By GB News (World News) | Created at 2026-09-27 10:30:42 | Updated at 2026-09-28 12:58:07
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Counter-terrorism police are leading the investigation that saw several men arrested for explosive offences near RAF Fairford.
The police operation near RAF Fairford saw residents evacuated in the village of Whelford in Gloucestershire.
GB News understands the operation was not intelligence-led, meaning investigators had not known about any potential plot in advance.
A large emergency services presence was seen in the area, including a Hazardous Area Response Team.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is receiving updates on the situation.
A Gloucestershire Police spokesman said: "A number of properties are currently being evacuated in the Whelford area following the declaration of a major incident."
A Government spokesman said: "We are grateful to the emergency services, who have acted quickly to detain several suspects and put measures in place to keep the community safe.
“It would be inappropriate to comment further whilst investigations are ongoing.”
Counter-terror police are now leading the probe into the arrests
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Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has said people "can be reassured" the incident near RAF Fairford is "being dealt with".
He posted on social media: "I would like to thank all those emergency and specialist teams who have acted so swiftly regarding the incident in Gloucestershire.
"We can be reassured that this is being dealt with, and it is exactly why our emergency response teams and Armed Forces are on standby 24/7."
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