Updated Graphic to show the disruption of the Iceland volcanic ash cloud over the next 24 hours

Below is a graphic from the Met Office to show the dispurtion of the Iceland Ash Cloud over the next 24 hours.

illustration of volcanic ash dispersion up to 20,000 ft, issued at 1 pm on 16 April. Advisory charts are issued every six hours, for up to 18 hours ahead, by the Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre.

illustration of volcanic ash dispersion up to 20,000 ft, issued at 7 am on 19 April. Advisory charts are issued every six hours, for up to 18 hours ahead, by the Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre.

NATS have stated that after a review of the latest MET office information the current restrictions in place preventing flights in the airspace over England and Wales will remain in place until 07:00 on 17th April. From 19:00 today restrictions will be lifted in parts of Scottish airspace. Travellers are still advised to contact their airline before travel.