POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a suspected arson.

A house fire broke out in Cambridge Road, Ilford, at approximately 1.15am this morning (Tuesday).

There was a man in the house at the time and he was taken to hospital with smoke related injuries but has since been discharged.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the public protection office at Ilford police Station on 8345 2710 or alternatively contact crime stoppers on 0800 555 111.