A dangerous Asian hornet queen has been spotted in Britain for the first time - here’s what it means

An Asian hornet queen has been found in the UK for the first time, sparking fears of a summer invasion that could pose a serious threat to humans and bees alike.

A fresh warning has been issued by government officials after the venomous insects were discovered in New Milton, Hampshire. They had previously been seen on the Channel Islands, and are believed to be moving north.

Hornets pose serious threat to bee population