A TEENAGE girl has admitted starting a fire at an East Lancashire children's home, being reckless whether lives would be endangered.

The case against the 15-year-old was adjourned for psychiatric and pre-sentence reports to be prepared.

She pleaded guilty to damaging a bedroom by fire at a children's home in Rawtenstall on April 22nd, being reckless as to whether the lives of others would be endangered.

The girl, who had no previous convictions, had her case put back to November 6.

She was remanded on bail by Judge Barbara Watson following the Preston Crown Court hearing.