Fury has erupted as Manchester Airport bosses have temporarily shut both its runways due to snowfall. In a statement released this morning, it said: Health and safety will always be our top priority and operations will resume at the earliest opportunity.” It urges passengers to check with their airline for the most up-to-date information. Much of the UK has been blanketed under snow, or a sharp frost, as the first cold snap of 2023 takes hold.
