Roman Lavrynovych has been charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life following the fires at locations across north London.

Irish Eurovision Song Contest fans are “heartbroken” by the country’s act, Norwegian singer Emmy Kristiansen, failing to make the final – which will see the UK, Israel and Sweden compete among others.

Firefighters warned residents to stay indoors as huge plumes of smoke were seen coming from Bicester Airfield.