Pack your skis, we're going to Cannes

All those construction and property folk hoping to escape the seemingly endless British winter and soak up some sun at Mipim next month may be disappointed, according the latest weather reports from Cannes.

As these snaps show, people heading to the French Riviera will be treated to the unfamiliar sight of palm trees and beaches covered in a light dusting of snow. So a slight wardrobe re-think may be in order...