Italy declares state of emergency after earthquake

Italy has declared a state of emergency after the devastating earthquake which killed at least 250 people.

Three Britons are among the dead — which is thought to include a 14-year-old boy.

Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi has promised 50 million euros (£42.7m) to help rebuild devastated towns.

The quake levelled small towns when it struck in the early hours of Wednesday.

Amatrice, Arquata, Accumoli and Pescara del Tronto were among the worst-affected areas when the quake struck at 3.36am local time.

At least 365 people were also injured in the quake — and hopes of finding any more survivors are now fading.