UK weather: Storm Ashley batters UK with strong winds and rain

Met Office issues warnings for across the UK as the first named storm of the season sweeps in

Parts of the UK have been battered by strong winds and heavy rain, as Storm Ashley - the first named storm of the season - swept in.

The Met Office said the storm was likely to bring a threat of injuries and danger to life, with winds of up to 80mph and heavy rain expected in some areas.