HEAVY traffic is reported in Castle Street and Newtown Road in the city, and on the A449 Ombersley Road in Claines.

Elsewhere, it is moving well in London Road and the A38 Fernhill Heath, while the A449 Barbourne Road is busy but moving.

Worcestershire Highways reports: "Not as cold this morning so an improving picture on the roads - we gritted last night after rain passed - please still exercise caution as ice and snow remains on untreated roads and footways."

No problems are reported on the M5 through Worcestershire, and rail service are generally running to timetable, although the 8.40am from Worcester Foregate Street to Heford is reported 27 minutes late.