Manchester Airport's runways have closed following a fresh deluge of snow overnight. The temporary move will allow snow plough teams to move the snow as "quickly as possible", the airport said. It comes after yet more heavy snowfall across Greater Manchester and the wider region,

Travel disruption to road and rail services are likely on Thursday in areas with yellow warnings, as well as the potential for accidents in icy places, the Met Office has said.

Manchester Airport has been forced to close its runways as heavy snow continues to fall in the area, as passengers are assured its teams are working to clear them as soon as possible

Manchester Airport's runways have reopened after a fresh deluge of snow had to be cleared - but the disruption has caused delays to some flights. The temporary closure took place to allow snow plough teams to move the snow as "quickly as possible" earlier,

In a statement, Manchester Airport said: "Our runways are temporarily closed due to significant levels of snow, as our teams work hard to clear them as quickly as possible. "The s

Manchester Airport has been forced to shut its runways after a surprise blanket of heavy snow hit Greater Manchester. The unexpected snowfall has caused widespread disruption, with many roads becoming hazardous and several schools closing their doors.

Manchester airport said it has closed both its runways "due to significant levels of snow". It added that its teams are working to clear them "as quickly as possible". Passengers are being advised to check with their airline for flight information.