BBC weatherman Jay Wynne has died at the age of 56 after a long-term illness, his family have said.

Mr Wynne, who joined the broadcaster in October 2000, became a familiar face to millions as a regular forecaster on BBC News at Ten.

In a tribute, his brother Matthew described him as a man with 'a gift for gentle clarity, making his forecasts for sometimes complex weather systems feel accessible and engaging'.

Describing his brother, he told the BBC: 'A keen skier, golfer and musician, Jay enjoyed travelling to pursue his sporting interests.

'We will miss his wisdom, generosity and dry sense of humour.'