Scots gear up for 'blanket of snow' as weather warning issued across the country

news of the River City star’s tragic passing at the age of 61. The Perth-born actor was most recently known for his role as Pete Galloway on the hit BBC Scotland soap.

Perthshire -based TV actor Andy Gray, star of River City, has died at the age of 61. Andy, who was born in Perth, was best known for his role as Pete Galloway on the BBC Scotland soap.

family home just days before Christmas has been caught on camera. Ailie and Tori Gray screamed with delight after realising the family had moved into a three-bedroom house in Kirkliston, near Edinburgh, on December 22.

Ayrshire later this eveningThe Met Office put a yellow weather warning for rain in place for midnight this evening.Experts say the weather front — which is expected to extend into East and South Ayrshire — could last until 12 noon on Wednesday.And the forecasters have also said there is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings.The warning reads: "Persistent, and at times heavy rain, will develop across Northern Ireland, southern Scotland and the

River City actor Andy Gray has died at the age of 61.The Perth born star was best known for his role as Pete Galloway on the BBC Scotland soap.He also played roles in hit TV shows such as City Lights and Naked Video.

Scottish Government for at least nine months but ministers insist it is safe for nurses to use in hospital settings while dealing with Covid patients.However, with the more transmissible new strain of the virus now dominant in Scotland, nurses are again raising concerns – and this time they have the backing of medical experts who agree their PPE is far from adequate.Doctors’ union the BMA and the GMB union have both called for “urgent improvements in PPE”.And an open letter signed by 1500

Scotland could be blanketed with up to seven inches of snow overnight as the country gears up for more treacherous weather. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow and ice across large parts of Scotland with risk of travel disruption and icy conditions.

Cold Weather Payments have been triggered by a persistent drop in temperatures across Scotland. Those eligible will receive £25 to cover their heating bills, which is paid automatically by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) into their bank account.

direct to your inboxSevere weather warnings have been issued for parts of the UK with heavy snow forecast tonight as temperatures are set to plunge. The Met Office has issued several alerts with one predicting weekend snow for Greater Manchester.

snow, ice and sleet is expected across large parts of the country.The Met Office has issued a amber weather warning for heavy snow and ice with the population told to brace for another bout of plummeting temperatures.Heavy snow is expected across large parts of Scotland from 3pm to 10am on Thursday morning, with warnings weather will cause power cuts and roads being blocked.

Met office issue multiple weather warnings. Scots are bracing for harsh conditions as temperatures plummet as the latest ‘ Beast from the East ’ strikes across the country.

icy conditions underfoot as more snow and sleet is expected across the country. The Met Office has issued a new yellow weather warning as temperatures remain below zero after a recent spell of wintery conditions.

weather warning for rain in Scotland. Those in the north-west of the country are being urged to take care on the roads as forecasters predict flooding and travel disruption.

snow fell overnight across the country. Last night temperatures dropped to zero and a low-lying mist was spotted across Glasgow and the west.It follows reports that Scotland is set to be hit by Beast from the East 2021 with snow and ice set to plague the UK.The Met Office has issued a further yellow weather warning for Scotland for snow and ice that will last from 3pm to midnight.

direct to your inboxA yellow warning for ice has been issued across Greater Manchester starting tomorrow as temperatures are set to plummet.The mercury will dip to minus 1 but with chilly winds making it feel like minus 3 in Manchester.In some places, temperatures could fall as low as minus 6.The Met Office has issued a warning covering much of the UK over the coming days.Wintry showers will move south from Scotland bringing rain and hill snow, forecasters said.In Greater Manchester, a yellow