The airline Flybe has officially entered administration today (March 5) ceasing operation with immediate effect.

All flights have been grounded and people are warned not to travel to the airport as all Flybe flights have been cancelled.

In a statement this morning: "Flybe is unfortunately not able to arrange alternative flights for passengers.

"If you have a booking sold by another airline that includes travel on a Flybe flight, please contact the relevant airline or travel agent to confirm if there is any impact to your travel plans."

Chair of Sidmouth Town Council said: "It obviously affects some of the 2400 employees of the company who live in sidmouth.

"Many of these jobs are highly skilled and will be difficult to replace in the short term and will seriously affect some local families.

"It will to a lesser degree affect residents travel plans although that is just an inconvenience and not as serious."

Councillor Stuart Hughes wrote: "Very sad news the demise of Flybe. The knock on effect will affect many local businesses."

Customers are also advised to monitor the Civil Aviation Authority website, click here for further information.

If you require any further information or assistance, please contact the administrators by phone on 0207 951 7801 or by email at [email protected].

Flybe employees who require further information or assistance in relation to the administration, please contact the administrators on 0161 333 2596 or by email at [email protected].