ALL schools and  educational establishments in East Ayrshire will be closed on Thursday 18 January.

This extends to primaries, secondaries, early childhood centres and special needs establishments, and to organisations who use these facilities out of hours. 

This is in response to an amber weather warning for more snow and ice coming our way this evening and into tomorrow morning, which will worsen current conditions.

We have taken this decision following advice from partners and colleagues in education, roads and transportation, and in the interests of ensuring the safety of pupils, parents, staff and carers. 

The situation will be closely monitored tomorrow (Thursday) before any decisions are taken for Friday.