Locked-down Welsh school received second threat via email

Police have confirmed that Ysgol Maesydderwen, a secondary school in Ystradgynlais, received two threatening phone calls on Monday evening. The first call was received during school hours and the second call was made later that evening. The threats have caused concern among the school community and the police are taking the matter very seriously. According to the police, the first call was made to the school's reception and was immediately reported to the authorities. The caller made a direct threat towards the school, causing alarm among the staff and students. The school immediately went into lockdown and the police were called to the scene. The second call was made later that evening, around 7pm, to the school's emergency line. The caller repeated the same threat and also made additional threats towards the school and its students. The police were once again alerted and they immediately launched an investigation into the matter. The safety and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority and we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The school has been working closely with the police to ensure that all necessary measures are in place to protect the school community. In response to the threats, the school has increased security measures and has implemented a strict protocol for anyone entering the school premises. The police have also increased their presence in the area to provide reassurance to the community. The school has also been in close communication with the parents of the students to keep them informed about the situation and to provide them with any necessary updates. The school has assured the parents that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safety of their children. The police are currently investigating the source of the threats and are appealing to anyone with information to come forward. They have also urged the public to remain calm and not to spread any rumors or speculations about the incident. The school has received an outpouring of support from the local community, with many offering their assistance and expressing their concern for the safety of the students and staff. The school would like to thank everyone for their support and reassures the community that they are doing everything in their power to ensure the safety of the school. The incident has caused disruption to the school's normal routine, but the school has remained open and classes have continued as usual. The school has also provided additional support for any students who may have been affected by the incident. The school and the police are working together to ensure that the situation is resolved as quickly and safely as possible. We would like to reassure the community that we are taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety of our students and staff. In conclusion, the threats made towards Ysgol Maesydderwen are being taken very seriously by the police and the school. We would like to thank the community for their support and cooperation during this difficult time. We are confident that with the help of the police and the community, we will be able to resolve this situation and ensure the safety of our school.