The Met Office has issued a weather warning for snow and ice today and tomorrow.

Snow is already falling again in Braintree, with it set to continue until 11pm with periods of sleet during the afternoon. 

The Met Office's warnings for snow and ice are issued for between 9.25am today and 11am tomorrow. 

The warning said: "Ice is expected to form on some surfaces from mid afternoon Monday, and overnight into Tuesday morning.

"Wintry showers may also bring some fresh snowfalls, mostly to higher ground. 

"Accumulations of 2cm to 5cm area possible, mostly above 100m to 150m in places in eastern Scotland and eastern England.

"Some roads and railways are likely to be affected with some journey times taking longer.

"There will probably be icy stretches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths with some injuries from slips trips and falls."