Weather and climate news

Fifteen years ago, the eruption of the Eyjafjallajökull volcano on Iceland closed large amounts of airspace across Europe, disrupting flights and leading to widespread cancellations and delays.

Snow and ice warnings remain in force before the weather pattern shifts this weekend.

An Amber warning for snow has been issued, with a number of other warnings also in force with snow and ice on the way for some.

After a spell of persistent heavy rain, high pressure will settle the weather across the UK, bringing widespread cold conditions and some wintry hazards.