Blizzard conditions are set to hit parts of the UK as numerous amber and yellow winter weather warnings for snow and ice remain in place across the country.

Brits across the UK have been given a fresh warning for ice as the country continues to face an Arctic blast bringing major disruption.

Hundreds of schools are closed, including scores across Wales, for the safety of youngsters due to the icy conditions.

Warnings issued by the Met Office, with the first named storm of the year due to arrive after the coldest night of winter so far saw UK temperatures drop as low as -12.5C.

Much of the country is in the grip of a frosty snap as blizzard-like snow and black ice has forced the closure of schools and roads across Scotland.

The Met Office said: “Storm Goretti is likely to bring heavy snow leading to disruption and difficult travelling conditions.