Scotland, Northern Ireland and most of north of England affected by yellow weather warning
Drivers are being urged to take care on the roads as a yellow weather warning for ice covered large areas of the UK.
The Met Office issued the alert for Scotland, Northern Ireland and most of the north of England, and also warned pedestrians of the risk of slips on icy pavements.
Traffic Scotland warned drivers to take care when travelling.
Gritters have been out treating roads around the country and authorities urged people to be cautious.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland said: “Motorists are advised to exercise caution today due to icy roads throughout Northern Ireland. Stopping distances increase greatly when weather conditions are poor, so slow down and leave a bigger gap between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.”
Forecasters said icy patches were likely on untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths.
The Met Office warning, in place until 11am on Monday, said rain, sleet and snow showers may still affect these areas, but that ice remains the main hazard.
Next week, meteorologists said the outlook suggested a south-east and north-west split would probably develop, as high pressure clings on to the south, with low pressure to the north.
“This is likely to allow for calmer weather further south and more unsettled conditions further north, with showers, some longer spells of rain and strong winds,” the Met Office said.
“However, the details of how this split will materialise remains uncertain, especially with how far south and east any rainfall and strong wind will reach, but confidence should improve in the coming days.”
There are 15 flood warnings in place throughout the UK, mostly across the south coast and in south-west England.
