A Cold Weather Alert for England has been extended until Sunday.
The alert, which was initially due to expire on Friday December 15, has been extended through until noon on Sunday December 18.
Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at UKHSA, said: "As this period of cold weather persists throughout the rest of the week, it is important to check in on the wellbeing of those most vulnerable to the cold, including those over the age of 65 and those with pre-existing medical conditions.
