Counter Terrorism Policing UK

Five men detained near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire are to be released on bail, according to the head of UK counter-terrorism policing. The arrests prompted an investigation near the airbase, which is known for hosting US military aircraft. Details about the men or suspected offences have not been made public, and the bail decision suggests police are continuing inquiries without charging them.

Counter terrorism police say the five men arrested on suspicion over the incident at RAF Fairford are UK nationals who live in London. The announcement names the residence and nationality of the suspects, which is likely to intensify public and political discussion about security breaches at UK military airbases.