More than 30 homes are without electricity after a power cut.

Residents in the village of Kirkbride have been reporting a loss of electricity, with more than 70 properties impacted earlier today.

Electricity North West says 36 homes are still without power in the area. Those with a CA75HP postcode are affected.

Problems were first reported to Electricity North West at 2.17pm.

The supplier estimates the problem will be resolved by 9pm.

Kirkbride Primary School has also been forced to close.