All flights have been suspended at Stansted Airport after it was forced to close its runway due to bad weather. Manchester, Heathrow and Gatwick airport also cancelled or delayed flights over the weekend after freezing weather hit the UK.
A yellow weather warning remains in place for Scotland, London and south-west England this morning (Monday, December 12) as disruption also hits train and car travel. Trains have been delayed and drivers warned to take care after several motorway accidents.
Stansted said on Sunday night its only runway was closed to allow for snow clearance due to weather conditions and all flights were suspended.
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“London Stansted Airport’s runway is currently closed to allow for snow clearance due to weather conditions and all flights are currently suspended,” a statement said.
“Delays to flights were experienced earlier due to de-icing of aircraft which is a ground handler’s responsibility and safety of aircraft and passengers is paramount.
“Passengers are advised to check with their airline for current status of their flights.”
On Saturday, Manchester Airport closed both runways due to "heavy snowfall", with dozens of flights affected.
More than 50 flights were also cancelled at Heathrow on Sunday (December 11) , after freezing fog resulted in air traffic control restrictions on the number of aircraft that could land and depart every hour.
Gatwick Airport temporarily closed one of its runways at 17:55 GMT on Sunday due to un-forecast snow and reopened it at 20:00 when conditions were safer. A number of flights were delayed or cancelled, while 28 others were also diverted to other airports during the closure.
Heavy snowfall also caused a series of traffic collisions on Sunday, as many drivers faced perilous conditions and drivers in north-west England were advised to take care following accidents on other motorways including the M58, M62, M61.
The AA advised motorists to adjust their driving to the freezing conditions on Monday morning (December 12).
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