The UK's 20th-century climate is "now gone," with what were once considered extreme conditions increasingly becoming the norm, according to a stark assessment from the Met Office.
The annual "state of the UK climate" report for 2025, compiled by various expert organisations, paints a concerning picture. It highlights escalating temperatures, a surge in extreme heat events, marine heatwaves, and rapidly rising sea levels, all contributing to significant impacts on the nation's natural environment.
