Schools closed and flights cancelled as warnings for snow and ice in force

Weather warnings have been issued across the UK, particularly in Scotland Beth Edmonston/PA

Hundreds of schools have been shut and flights cancelled as weather warnings remain in force with snow bringing disruption.

Amber weather warnings were in place for snow until 10am in parts of Scotland, forecasting “heavy snow” and travel disruption, while yellow warnings for snow and ice still cover parts of the UK.