A WARNING for snow and ice has been issued for the vast majority of the Borders.

The yellow Met Office alert comes into effect at 10am on Monday (November 18), lasting until the same time the following day.

It covers most of the region, with only the coast outside of the warning area.

The Met Office said there was a “small chance” of disruption caused by the conditions.

A spokesperson said: “Spells of rain, sleet and snow are likely during Monday and overnight into Tuesday morning. The most likely scenario is for most of the snow to fall on high ground, with five to 10cm possible above 300 metres and perhaps as much as 15 to 20cm above 400 metres.

“There is a small chance of snow settling at lower levels, where 5 to 10cm would prove much more disruptive, but this is very uncertain.

“As rain, sleet and snow clear on Tuesday morning, ice may form on untreated surfaces.”

They added: “Snowy, wintry weather can cause delays and make driving conditions dangerous, so to keep yourself and others safe: plan your route, checking for delays and road closures, amending your travel plans if necessary; if driving, leave more time to prepare and check your car before setting off; make sure you have essentials packed in your car in the event of any delays (warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, ice scraper/de-icer, a warning triangle, high visibility vest and an in-car phone charger).”