GRITTERS are out in force tonight to combat icy roads as the temperature drops.

Bolton Council announced that they will be completing a "full route grit" from 6.30pm.

The Met Office has warned that isolated icy patches could develop across the North West, along with potential mist and fog in the early mornings.

Bolton is expected to drop to around 3C overnight, although it may even drop below 0C.

For further weather updates, visit: metoffice.gov.uk/weather.