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Extreme heat warning for London as temperatures tipped to hit 38C

The Met Office has issued the heat warning for London and parts of the South East, East Midlands, East of England, West Midlands and South Yorkshire from 9am to midnight on Thursday

Evening Standard

Everything you can’t do in a heatwave as drought hits most of the UK

Water companies across the South of England and Wales have imposed hosepipe bans

The Independent UK

England recorded driest July in 190 years with just 6.5mm of rain as drought and water stress deepen

In July 2023, England faced its driest month in nearly two centuries, with record-low rainfall. The high temperatures and abundant sunshine led to increased water consumption, resulting in reduced reservoir levels and river flows. Water companies were compelled to impose usage restrictions. Additionally, farmers struggled with early harvesting and depleting…

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Meta glasses banned from courts in England and Wales

Exclusive: Court service says anyone trying to enter buildings with glasses will have them confiscated and returned when they leave

The Guardian - UK

Amber warning for extreme heat on Thursday as temperatures could hit 38C

The Met Office has issued an amber warning for very high temperatures for parts of England.

Evening Standard

Early prisoner releases mean pledge to cut rough sleeping ‘may fail’

Charity says government must focus on securing housing for ex-prisoners if Burnham is to meet rough-sleeping promise

The Guardian - UK

Britain set for hottest summer on record amid health warnings

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UK faces ‘worst food security crisis in decades’ due to repeated heatwaves

It comes as drought is declared in nearly three quarters of England

The Independent UK

Firefighters call for funding to tackle ‘extra demands’ of wildfires and flooding

The Fire Brigades Union chief warned that the environmental challenges were a ‘national priority’ after a summer of wildfires

The Independent UK

Brickbat: Stop Asking Questions

In England, London's Metropolitan Police investigated reporter Jack Grove after he and others raised questions about possible plagiarism and résumé… The post Brickbat: Stop Asking Questions appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

Summer 2026 on course to be UK’s hottest on record, says Met Office – as it happened

Prediction comes amid warning of ‘extreme heat’ this week with temperatures of 38C possible

The Guardian - UK

England ‘leading the world’ in mission to eradicate deadly hepatitis C virus

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The Independent UK

A question for Burnham as he tours the country: how to reduce the magnetic pull of London?

As someone who has specialised in regional policy, I know the task is huge – not least because there is no plan to ensure prosperity throughout England, says journalist Peter Hetherington

The Guardian - UK

UK Heatwave Reaches Critical Point as Record Drought and Wildfires Add to Health Risk

The UK is experiencing its fifth heatwave this summer, with temperatures reaching 36°C, worsening drought conditions, and wildfires. Health alerts are in place, affecting millions across England.

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Evening Standard

'Moment of urgency' for London as climate change threatens capital's treasured parks

Royal Parks chief warns of ‘moment of urgency’ following driest July on record and consecutive heatwaves

The Economic Times

In 190 years, England witnesses driest month, now Britain usually known for its unpredictable wet weather faces third drought in five years

Britain is now ‌experiencing a ⁠flash drought ⁠caused by a combination of very low rainfall and higher temperatures. Rivers, reservoirs, and groundwater levels continue to decline ⁠while the continued hot and dry conditions are increasing the risk of wildfires, the government said.

Evening Standard

Heat health alerts coming into force as UK braces for fifth heatwave

Highs of 29C in Cardiff, 28C in Manchester and 25C in London are expected before temperatures soar to the mid-30s in some areas.

The Independent UK

England ‘on the cusp’ of eliminating hepatitis C, health officials say

Hepatitis C is spread through contact with blood infected with the virus

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Evening Standard

Sales of cool clothes and garden accessories soar as heat dominates spending

England’s progress to the semi finals of the World Cup helped drive a 3.8% increase in food sales, above the 12-month average of 3.4%.

The Guardian - UK

‘National priority’ to equip UK firefighters amid growing wildfire threat

Exclusive: FBU calls for more funding as ‘unprecedented summer’ puts rising demands on already stretched crews

The Guardian - UK

Water companies circumventing bonus rules? What did ministers expect?

Door was left open to such behaviour because the regulator for England and Wales can only use the powers it was given by parliament

Evening Standard

More than two-thirds of England in drought as heat alert issued for London

Temperatures remain high in the capital, with the mercury tipped to reach 35C on Thursday

Euronews

Drought declared in 'almost three-quarters' of England, UK government says

Britain was also facing its fifth heatwave of the 2026 summer that has seen multiple temperature records being broken.

The Economic Times

Almost three-quarters of England now in drought, UK government says

Nearly three-quarters of England is now experiencing drought conditions. This severe situation stems from prolonged dry weather and higher temperatures this year. Forty-five million people live in drought areas, and twenty-seven million face water use restrictions. Rivers and groundwater levels continue to decline, increasing wildfire risks. Heat has also impacted…

The Independent UK

Drought declared in nearly three-quarters of England as conditions worsen

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