Here is his statement in full.

"I have the following update for you regarding the ongoing investigation into the murder of Jessica Chapman and Holly Wells.

"In the early hours of this morning 28-year-old Ian Huntley, from Soham, who was arrested in the early hours of Saturday morning, underwent the last of a series of medical examinations which had taken place since his arrest.

"Upon a psychiatrist's recommendation, Ian Huntley was detained under the Mental Health Act 1983.

"At around 2am today he was transferred from police custody to a secure unit where he will undergo further assessment.

"Following lengthy discussions with the Crown Prosecution Service in Cambridgeshire, I can tell you that in the last hour detectives from the force have driven to the secure unit and have charged Ian Huntley with two counts of murder.

"He has been charged with the murder of Jessica Chapman and Holly Wells.

"His case is listed to be heard at Peterborough Magistrates Court tomorrow morning.

"At this stage I do not know whether he will appear in person.

"The 25-year-old woman who was also arrested on Saturday in connection with the murder of Jessica Chapman and Holly Wells remains in police custody this evening and questioning continues.

"It is anticipated that a decision about her continued detention will be made in the coming few hours."