Britian set to shiver as more wintry weather is forecast

Despite a brief reprieve from the freezing temperatures over the weekend, much colder weather is forecast for next week.

In a press release the Met Office says that from Monday a northeast wind will bring showers to the east coast and from Tuesday, freezing temperatures are forecast for across the UK.

It is forecast that temperatures will fall way below freezing in the coming week and the Met Office warns that this could lead to traffic disruption.

Tony Waters, Met Office Deputy Chief Forecaster, said:

"After a brief milder spell this weekend we are expecting the coldest spell of the winter so far to develop across the UK next week. Eastern and southeastern coastal counties can expect to see the most frequent snow showers, but a few will probably spread further inland to central parts as the week goes on."

"With temperatures falling well below freezing at night, lying snow and the formation of ice could lead to some treacherous conditions and possible disruption to travel."

The Government has taken measures to help protect the elderly and vulnerable; Public Health Minister Anna Soubry has stated that £20 million has been given to local authorities to help keep people well during the colder weather.

You can find the latest cold weather alerts by visiting:

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/cold-weather-alert/#?tab=coldWeatherAlert