A collision between a tractor and a double-decker bus in Meopham, Kent, led to the hospitalization of a bus driver and 12 children.

Four others were treated at the scene on the A227 South Street near Culverstone Green.

One child is in serious but stable condition at a London hospital, while three others are in serious condition locally.

A 33-year-old man from East Sussex was arrested for causing serious injury by dangerous driving and has been released on bail.

The Serious Collision Unit of Kent Police is investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.