Heavy and persistent rain could cause travel problems later, said the Met Office.

Image source, Met office

It has issued a yellow warning for rain from 15:00 today until 15:00 on Tuesday.

It could cause localised flooding and cause disruption to roads.

A man is due in court after a police officer was hit by a car and seriously injured.

Image source, West Midlands Police

PC Christopher Burnham, 48, was struck by a Mini in Holbrook Lane, Coventry, just after 14:45 on Wednesday.

Police have charged Tekle Lennox, of no fixed address, with attempted murder.

He has also been charged with driving while disqualified and without insurance.

The officer remains in hospital and is said to be critically ill.

Anna Church
Weather Presenter

After a dry start rain will move in later with the risk of thunder and highs of 12C (54F).

Vanessa Pearce
BBC News

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