By Michael McHugh, PA
A north Belfast primary school where an improvised weapon was discovered will reopen on Wednesday.
Police are linking the device to dissident republicans.
They believe it was destined to be used to attack officers.
It was discovered by the principal of Holy Cross Boys Primary School on Monday, while he was helping the caretaker clear an issue with the sewerage system.
Headteacher Kevin McArevey said: "We apologise for the inconvenience that today's closure may have caused but we are assured that the school has been made safe and secure for all pupils and staff to return."
Children and staff were evacuated from the premises as police moved in to secure the area.
PSNI detectives recovered an improvised weapon with the potential to fire a high calibre round.
The school remained closed on Tuesday while the security operation continued.
The principal thanked parents for their continued support and said the school will be open as normal on Wednesday.
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