Storm Caroline has been named by the Met Office, as winds of up to 80mph are set to hit parts of Britain.

A severe weather warning for wind has been issued for northern Scotland for Thursday.

Forecasters warned drivers to take care in strong gusts and said that train passengers are likely to be hit by longer journeys and cancellations.

With widespread gusts of up to 70mph, the Met Office said coastal communities are expected to be affected by large waves.

The yellow weather warning for wind is in force from 8am to 11.55pm on Thursday.