Aer Lingus flight #EI179 declared an emergency (squawk 7700) right after takeoff from runway 09R.

The flight is operated by an Airbus A320-214 (registration EI-DER).

UPDATE 21:00 BST
The Airbus 320 is returning to London Heathrow.

UPDATE 21:09 BST
Flight #EI179 landed safely on runway 09R.

UPDATE 21:17 BST
The A320 is stopped on taxiway, inspected by ops vehicles.

UPDATE 21:30 BST
Flight #EI179 returned to LHR due to left engine issue on takeoff.

UPDATE 21:39 BST
Returned to stand on terminal 2.

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