Commuters are being urged to allow extra time for their journeys today.
With the cold snap icy conditions are reported in many places, while schools are re-opening after the Christmas break, with many workers on extended holidays also making a return.
Barry Aldworth from the AA says both are likely to have an impact on traffic, and commuters should allow extra time for travel:
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