Swinney urges Scots to ‘remain vigilant’ over wintry weather

John Swinney has visited Aberdeen to thank those involved in dealing with snow over the past week (Beth Edmonston/PA) -

First Minister John Swinney has appealed to Scots to “remain vigilant” over wintery weather as he met some of the workers involved in tackling severe snowfalls.

With Scotland’s north east having been hardest hit over recent days, the SNP leader travelled to Aberdeen to personally thanks gritter operators, transport depot staff, police and other workers who have been involved in helping keep the main road network open and safe.