Security Alert at British Parliament

June 7, 2006

 is reporting that the has been reopened following a "security alert" in which the House of Commons was "locked down" after someone threw powder in the central lobby. A Scotland Yard statement is expected soon (18.55 BST).

 in the United Kingdom report that powder had been located within the Central Lobby. Tests on the powder showed that it was not, and the "all clear" was given at 18.50 British time.