The bus carrying children that crashed into a river yesterday has been recovered, and the road has reopened, police say.

There were 19 students from Barton Peveril College on board when the bus careered off Bishopstoke Road yesterday.

The road was closed whilst emergency services dealt with the situation.

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However, police have confirmed that the road is back open and the bus has been removed.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We can confirm that following the bus crash yesterday in Bishopstoke Road in Eastleigh, the bus has been recovered from the scene and the road is reopened.

"Thanks to everyone for their patience as we dealt with the incident, alongside our emergency services colleagues."