Inquiry into school pupil restraint

An investigation is under way into the alleged use of inappropriate restraint techniques at a school for pupils with additional support needs.

North Lanarkshire Council contacted police after video evidence emerged from Clydeview School in Motherwell. It is understood a staff member has been suspended over the footage.

The council said it was confident that there was no risk to pupils following the alleged incidents, understood to date back to last year.

Police said inquiries were at an early stage.