Summary

  • Our live coverage has ended for the day

  • Updates on Wednesday 23 May 2017

Live Reporting

  1. Manchester attack: The victims

    Family members and friends have described their loved ones and paid tribute to their lives.

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  2. How do terrorism threat levels work?

    The terrorism threat level in Northern Ireland has been raised but what does that mean?

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  3. Police hunt Manchester attack 'network'

    A seventh person is arrested in the UK over the arena attack, as pictures emerge appearing to show the bomber's detonator and backpack.

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  4. That's it for Wednesday

    Bob Dale
    BBC Live reporter

    That's it for us for today, thanks for taking time to be with us.

    We'll be back tomorrow from 06:00 BST, with all the day's news, sport, travel and weather.

    You can get in touch on Twitter, on Facebook or by sending us an email.

  5. 'My teacher said just look for the kind people'

    Bryony MacKenzie
    Education correspondent, BBC South East Today

    How do you talk to children about the Manchester Arena bombing?

    I've been to two of the South East's schools to find out how pupils are being helped to understand what happened.

  6. ‘It’s our future, it’s up to us’

    Student Dom will cast his first vote next month.

    He’s one of a number of first-time voters we’ve been speaking to ahead of the general election.

    Get involved and see our other films by searching for #MyFirstVote

  7. My vote counts and it's important'

    Undecided first-time voter Callie from Rochester says tuition fees will be the big issue that sways her vote on 8 June.

    Get involved and see our other films by searching for #MyFirstVote

  8. It's going to be a scorcher

    Rachel Mackley
    Weather Presenter

    There's plenty more sunshine and rising temperatures for the rest of the week.

    Here's my forecast.

  9. Armed patrols increased

    Bob Dale
    BBC Live reporter

    In the wake of the Manchester Arena bombing, be prepared to see more armed police on the streets of Kent and Sussex.

  10. Do you want to get involved in our general election debate?

    Ahead of next month's general election, we're hosting a special Question Time-style debate in St Leonards on Bank Holiday Monday -- 29 May.

    If you live or work in the South East and you'd like to be in the audience, send an email to SEVote@bbc.co.uk with your name, address and daytime phone number -- and you could be part of our election debate.

  11. Arrests over reported squirrel scam in Tunbridge Wells

    Two people have been arrested following reports of a roofing scam in Tunbridge Wells involving a dead squirrel.

    A 34-year-old man from the Tunbridge Wells area is being held on suspicion of fraud by false representation.

    It was alleged a man has been knocking on doors offering unnecessary roof repairs.

    On at least one occasion this person inspected the roof of a property, before producing a dead squirrel and demanding money to clear a pest infestation.

    A 22-year-old woman from the Tunbridge Wells area was also arrested on suspicion of fraud by false representation. She has been released, pending further investigation.

  12. #MyFirstVote: 'It'll be a birthday to remember'

    Sixth-former Eoin Simpkins will be casting his first ever vote on 8 June.

    He’s been speaking to BBC South East as part of our #MyFirstVote series.

  13. ICYMI: When is it safe to swim in the sea?

    Planning a trip to the beach soon?

    Lifeguards will soon be stationed at Camber Sands, where seven men drowned last year.

    The RNLI says if the beach you’re at doesn’t have lifeguards, take extra care if you are going into the water.

    If lifeguards are on patrol, then you’ll need to know your flags.

  14. 'They're altogether ooky...'

    The Addams Family musical has just started a run at the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury - we spoke to two of the stars (and you might recognise them...)

  15. Have you seen Sasha Broad?

    Officers from Kent Police are appealing for information to help locate a 31-year-old woman who has been reported missing from Dartford.

    Have you seen Sasha Broad?Kent Police

    Sasha Broad was last seen in the North Dartford area this morning.

  16. Three more arrests in arena bomb probe

    More victims are named, as the home secretary says it is likely Salman Abedi did not act alone.

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  17. Armed police spotted in Lewes

    These two armed police were spotted patrolling Lewes train station this morning.

    Police have stepped up their presence across the South East in the wake of yesterday's attack in Manchester.

    Thanks to Emma Fielding for the picture.

    Armed police at Lewes train stationEmma Fielding

  18. Heightened security checks at Port of Dover

    The Port of Dover has released a statement after the Manchester attack.

    The Port of DoverPA

    The Port of Dover is open for business and continues to provide an environment for government to pursue its national security objectives as administered by the relevant government agencies working at the Port - heightened security checks have been conducted at the Port for a period of time.

    As always, the safety and security of our customers, community and staff is paramount and to ensure a smooth transit customers are reminded to have passports ready for inspection and allow plenty of time for their journey.

    The Port’s thoughts and condolences are with those affected by the tragic incident in Manchester on Monday.

  19. 'They're creepy and they're kooky...'

    The Addams Family musical has just started a run at the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury - we've caught up with some of the stars of the show.

  20. Today's Kent newspaper headlines

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    Kent Online: Dog fouling case dropped against Janet Booker, from Dartford, who refused to pay litter fine

    Kent News: Gold jewellery stolen in Dover burglary

    Kent and Sussex Courier: Police confirm a man was found 'hanging from a bridge' between Sittingbourne and Sheerness