Councillor John Anderson, the chair of the council’s Community and Enterprise Resources Committee, said: “Journey planning can make all the difference – what are the safest routes and modes of transport.

“You should also ask yourself – is the trip essential?

“If you must drive, check the weather forecast and any current or predicted difficulties – the weather can change very quickly so check the forecast.”

You can use the following methods to check the forecast:

• local radio or TV stations,
• the Met Office or the Met Office weather app
• local 24hr forecast links posted on the @SLCRoads Twitter feed. Info is also available from the following Twitter feeds @SouthLanCouncil, @trafficscotland and @BBCTravelScot
• drivers should allow extra time for their journeys and also ensure they have a snack, something to drink and any medication to allow for delays

In particular, listen for any severe weather warnings being issued by the Met Office.

Councillor Anderson added: “With some continuing to work from home due to Covid-19 and others at their workplace – our winter travel advice will be useful for getting out and about during and out with the working day."