Police enforce closure of two Cardiff schools

Two schools in Cardiff will remain closed on Monday after "a report was made to the police". South Wales Police has implemented the measures at Llanishen High School and Eastern High School as "a safety precaution."

The force said it has not taken the decision "lightly" and added that it did so in conjunction with the city's council ensure the safety of pupils.

The nature of the report, which it has not been disclosed, remains under investigation according to police. 

A statement from South Wales Police read: "Two Cardiff schools will remain closed on Monday (March 16) following a report made to South Wales Police on Sunday evening.

"Llanishen High School and Eastern High School will close as a safety precaution whilst investigations are undertaken, following discussion between the police and Cardiff Council."

Superintendent Mark Kavanagh added: "We have come to the decision, with support from Cardiff Council, to keep these schools closed on Monday in order to avoid risk, following a report which was made to police on Sunday evening.

"This report is currently under investigation.

"This decision was not taken lightly but was made with the safety of pupils, staff and the wider school communities in mind."