4 h. ago UK heatwaves could cause more than 5,000 deaths this summer as temperatures soar

The Centre for Ageing Better says it is extremely concerned about the significant heat health risk to older people this summer and the increasingly hotter summers of the future.

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19 h. ago Urgent warning as rare red weather alert issued for Canary Islands

Temperatures continue to soar in the popular holiday destination

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3 d. ago Warning to UK holidaymakers after Greece announces 'shut down' as temperatures soar

Temperatures are currently soaring across the popular tourist hotspot.

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3 d. ago Heatwaves have caused 10,000 excess deaths in England in past four years, says Miliband – UK politics live

Energy secretary addresses MPs, telling them the UK is getting hotter and wetter with three times the number of days above 30 degreesAs Rowena Mason revealed recently, No 10 has issued guidance that in effect bans civil servants from any level of speaking at events where journalists are present.Today the Times has published a letter signed by almost 30 experts – including former senior officials, thinktank leaders, academics and union leader – saying this policy is a mistake because it is having “a chilling effect on public discussion” and that it should be withdrawn. They say:The government’s new guidance that prevents public officials from participating properly in public or stakeholder events is a mistake. Effective government relies on public servants, whose salaries are paid by the taxpayer, hearing directly from businesses, charities, academics and citizens to help them make better policy. They should be able to explain government activity to those same groups. Continue readin...

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3 d. ago Extreme heatwaves across Spain caused more than 1,000 deaths

Spain has been hit by extreme heat in recent weeks with temperatures often topping 40 degrees Celsius

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3 d. ago Life's a beach! Vicky Pattison, Laura Hamilton and Ulrika Jonsson sizzle in tiny bikinis and skimpy swimsuits as the stars share their heatwave Instas

As temperatures continue to soar, the celebs have been wowing in bikini snaps on Instagram.

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3 d. ago Life's a beach! Vicky Pattison, Laura Hamilton and Ulrika Johnson sizzle in tiny bikinis and skimpy swimsuits as the stars share their heatwave Instas

As temperatures continue to soar, the celebs have been wowing in bikini snaps on Instagram.

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4 d. ago Heatwave relief on the way for Brits after temperatures soar hotter than Brazil

Showers are predicted for many parts of the country this week, but the mercury could rise again next weekend, with highs of 30C forecast in London and the South East

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4 d. ago Scotland's best hidden gem with picturesque lochs and quaint villages is the perfect summer escape

As temperatures soar, one peaceful spot near the Central Belt offers a quiet escape from the summer crowds

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5 d. ago Heatwave death warnings issued for England as temperatures soar towards 35C

It comes as six million homes have been hit with a hosepipe ban and fire chiefs have warned of a increased risk of wildfires and drowning as people try to escape the heat in pools and ponds.

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5 d. ago Scotland and Northern Ireland record warmest day in years amid peak of heatwave

Temperatures will soar to highs of 34C in the UK on Saturday.

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5 d. ago Scotland records warmest day in more than two years amid peak of heatwave

Temperatures will soar to highs of 34C in the UK on Saturday.

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5 d. ago TRNSMT warning as NHS bosses urge revellers to keep safe with temperatures to soar

With temperatures set to soar to a blistering 29C today and 27C tomorrow, gig-goers are told to look after themselves and stay hydrated during the heatwave.

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7 d. ago Short shorts worn by the likes of Paul Mescal are in favour with blokes this summer

Celebrity fellas - like model David Gandy, and singer Harry Styles - kicked off the craze, which is sweeping Britain as temperatures soar past 30C

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7 d. ago Heatwaves could cause 34,000 deaths per YEAR in the UK by 2070, scientists predict

The annual number of heat-related deaths in England and Wales is set to rise up to fiftyfold because of climate change, experts have warned.

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7 d. ago Water safety chiefs issue urgent plea to families heading to the beach in UK heatwave

As temperatures soar, the RNLI are urging Brits heading to the North West's beaches to make one important choice

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7 d. ago Yellow heat health alert extended to all of England as temperatures set to soar

The third heatwave of the summer has hit the UK with temperatures expected to reach 31C on Thursday as a yellow heat health alert is extended to all regions of England

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7 d. ago Health experts advising people to remember to take care in the sun as temperatures soar

Advising people to use precautions, particularly children (especially those aged five and under, the elderly and those with chronic diseases).

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7 d. ago Fire chiefs issue 'do not' warning as UK heatwave fuels wildfire risk

Brits have been told to "act sensibly" during the upcoming heatwave as temperatures are set to soar to 32C

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7 d. ago Urgent advice for millions of Brits on common medication during heatwave

The MHRA has urged people on certain medications to "take extra care" as temperatures soar to 34C in the UK

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