DUNBAR Grammar School went into lockdown this morning after a telephone threat was made.

The school was one of a number of UK schools which received a telephone threat on their voicemail today.

The school followed safety procedures and the building went into lockdown as a precaution.

It has since re-opened following a thorough search.

The incident was part of a series of threats to schools.

Police Scotland have issued a statement which said: "A number of schools across the Central Belt have received a threat via the telephone.

"Police Scotland would like to reassure the public that at present these do not appear to be credible threats; however, they are being taken seriously.

"Staff and police are working with local authorities and are currently searching school buildings.

"Some schools as a precautionary measure, have been evacuated.

"Significant enquiries are under way."

Police have commended the actions taken by Dunbar Grammar School management following the receipt of the anonymous message.