Britain could see coldest January night in 14 years as more heavy snow on way

The coldest January temperatures in 14 years could hit the UK this evening the Met Office has reported, as temperatures could plummet to a chilling -15C overnight.

Yellow weather warnings for snow and ice continue to be in place across the country as the Met Office warned of travel delays, power cuts and injuries from the cold weather. The warnings are in place until Thursday.

Scotland, Northern Ireland and the are expected to be the worst affected with other areas being affected throughout the