We have put together a round-up of all the latest news, weather, and travel information for Friday, April 15, that will get you caught up and ready for the day as experts predict the bank holiday weekend begins. Good Friday is set to be the hottest day of the year so far, experts have predicted, ahead of "very pleasant" spring conditions over the Easter weekend.
Met Office meteorologist Steven Keates said highs of up to 23°C were expected in London, breaking the record of 20.8°C. from March. However, the warm weather will not be limited to the capital, with highs of 20°C. predicted in Wales. "It's looking like Friday will be the warmest day of the year with highs of 22°C to 23°C, probably most likely in London," the forecaster said.
"The current highest temperature is 20.8°C which was recorded in two places - St James Park in London on 23 March and Treknow in Cornwall on 25 March - so we should beat that tomorrow. Widely, it will be quite a warm day." Mr Keates said although there may not be uninterrupted blue skies, most areas of the UK would enjoy sunny spells and high temperatures.
