Northen Ireland And Scottish Airports Closed

As reported yesterday fears over the volcanic ash cloud hovering over UK airspace have been confirmed as this morning Northern Ireland and airports in parts of Scotland including Glasgow closed in what is a replica of the beginning of the previous six day airspace closure.

Glasgow, Prestwick and Derry are expected to be closed most of the day and although Edinburgh is still currently operating it is expected to close in the afternoon along with Belfast airport.

The airports are doing as much as they possibly can and busses are transporting passengers from Glasgow airport across to Edinburgh and some to Manchester airport. The CAA has advised passengers to contact their airlines before travelling to see if there is a contingency plan in place.

Yesterday Irish airports were closed as the level of ash in the air increased but were later re-opened but as the ash cloud rolled in overnight the decision was made to close them again along with some Scottish airports.

Andrew Haines CEO of CAA said the chance of a UK airport closure was slim as the ash would disperse throughout the day as the wind changes direction and push the cloud away from the UK