Counter Terrorism Policing North East can confirm it has been granted a warrant of further detention to continue questioning four people arrested on Saturday May 1 on suspicion of being concerned in the commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism under section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000.

This afternoon an extension was approved by the court, giving detectives until Saturday May 15 to hold and question the following individuals, if required:

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