THE Met Office has issued a 48-hour yellow weather warning for snow and ice next week.

The warning, affecting parts of Scotland and northern England including Northumberland, have been issued for Monday and Tuesday (March 6 and 7).

People have been told to expect some disruption to travel.

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The Met Office said: "A band of rain, sleet and snow is expected to move south during Monday followed by frequent snow and hail showers.

"Whilst the highest accumulations of 5-10 cm are most likely over northern Scotland, there is a small chance of more organised and persistent spells of snow developing elsewhere in this area, and could bring 2 to 5 cm even at lower levels.

"Into Monday night, showers are expected to continue, and ice is likely to form on untreated surfaces where snow has melted by day.

"Cold, blustery northerly winds will continue to drive frequent showers of snow and hail into these areas on Tuesday.

"The highest accumulations are likely again over the high ground of northern Scotland, where another 5-10 cm are possible by the end of the day. Accumulations at lower levels are most likely overnight where 2-5 cm could accumulate locally.

"Icy stretches are also a likelihood, especially during hours of darkness."

The Met Office has warned there is a small chance of injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces and that power cuts could occur, and that there is a slight chance that some rural communities could become cut off.