A university has provided an update on when its university campus will reopen following a gas leak.

University of Brighton reported a gas leak at its Falmer campus just after 9am today.

Southern Gas Networks will be "working around the clock" to repair the leaking gas pipe.

All academic buildings will be shut, while student accomodation will remain open.

A spokesman for the university said: "We regret that this emergency has required the Falmer campus to be closed, and that campus-based teaching and related activities for Wednesday have to be rearranged.  

"We are committed to ensuring that our Falmer-based students' education is not compromised by what has happened and we will contact them with further information about online delivery of teaching, where possible. 

"Facilities at our City and Moulsecoomb campuses remain open for use by all students and staff."