Further travel concerns as more icy conditions predicted

Icy weather continues to obstruct the UK’s return to normality following the big freeze, although some of the ice is beginning to thaw.

A slight thaw has been recorded in some areas yesterday, but forecasters have predicted even more subzero temperatures and snow showers which are expected to last until the middle of next week.

Ice and snow could cause further travel chaos, with many rail operators using an altered schedule, and warning passengers to expect last minute delays and cancellations.

Eurostar has also implemented a revised timetable and warned passengers to cancel or avoid any non-essential travel.

Airports across the UK are to remain open, however airlines are warning passengers to check the status of their flight prior to leaving home, as a knock-on effect could be experienced, disrupting some flights.

The Met Office has also warned drivers to take care when on the roads, as icy condition was seen in most parts of England yesterday, and sno showers in the South West, and possibly heavy snow fall in Northern Ireland. It has also warned of the dangerous driving conditions in Wales after snow and sleet fell on roads which were already icy.

Grit has been in short supply, and has been limited to only major roads in most parts of Britain as stocks quickly exceeded their daily usage. Local councils have been forced to reduce their usage by a quarter while the Highways Agency is not gritting the shoulder of the road.

A large order has been placed by the Highways Agency for de-icing salt which is expected to arrive by the end of the month.