Police report considerable traffic disruption to Drum Brae/Clermiston area and urge caution

Police in Edinburgh are urging motorists to be careful when driving through the city following the recent weather warning and continued cold weather. 

This morning’s snow and ice has resulted in several minor traffic accidents across Edinburgh which officers are currently dealing with.  

As a result there is considerable traffic disruption to Drum Brae/Clermiston area and at the Straiton juntion on Edinburgh City Bypass.  

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “As the snow continues, please consider whether travelling is necessary and if driving, please be careful.”