Shadow foreign sec: Libyan security in coming hours is vital

Douglas Alexander, shadow foreign secretary, warns that plans need to be clear and international in nature:

"Our learning from past conflicts shows us that security in the hours and days ahead is going to be absolutely fundamental.

"If it were to descend into looting and tribal conflict then it is a far more difficult circumstance in which to get control back.

"It's important there is clarity emerging from the [UK] government as to what support it is prepared to offer, through the United Nations, through the European Union, working closely with the Arab League."