The Met Office has issued an urgent weather warning. 

The organisation says that the majority of England, Northern Ireland and Wales is set to be buffeted by strong winds, including Swindon and Wiltshire. 

It says that a yellow weather warning for wind is now in place from 6.25am on Monday morning through to 10pm on Monday evening. 

a spokesperson said: "Strong winds may cause some disruption through Monday."

People have been warned to expect that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves. 

Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely and 'probably; some bus and train services will be affected, with some journeys taking longer

It adds that delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges are likely.

Some short-term loss of power and other services is possible.

Scottish and Southern Electricity Network is currently investigating a fault in West Swindon that has seen 49 homes in Hillmead, Rivermead and Westmead lose power. 

It is expected to have been restored by 12pm.