Asylum seekers have been moved off the barge after Legionella bacteria was found in the water (Image: PA)
Asylum seekers are set to be moved off the Bibby Stockholm after bacteria has been found in the water.
It is understood Legionella has been found in the water on the Bibby Stockholm barge at Portland Port.
Legionella bacteria can cause a serious type of pneumonia (lung infection) called Legionnaires’ disease.
All 39 asylum seekers are being disembarked from the barge as a precaution.
More to follow.
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