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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

Thunderstorms mapped: Where Met Office weather warning is in effect

Flood alerts have been issued in Scotland with a thunderstorm warning in place, but southern England still waits for rain

The Independent UK

England set to be hotter than Santorini as 35C heatwave sparks fresh health warnings

More amber heat health alerts have been issued across parts of the UK for three days

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Health alerts issued with parts of England set to be hotter than Greek islands

Temperatures could reach 35C in the South East on Monday.

Evening Standard

UK heatwave live: Half of England officially declared in drought as temperatures hit 35.2C

Forecasters warn of ‘exceptionally severe’ wildfires this week after July set to be driest on record

The Independent UK

Threat of France-style wildfires 'on our doorstep,' warns Sadiq Khan as London faces 'exceptional' risk this week

The capital faces a ‘perfect storm’ of rising temperatures, parched land and lower humidity

Evening Standard

Temperatures of 30C on way as yellow rain warning issued for parts of UK

Fans staying out to watch England play Mexico in the early hours will see temperatures in the mid to high teens.

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Four charts that show the ‘north-south divide’ – but also reveal a more complicated task for Burnham

ANALYSIS : After Andy Burnham set out his devolution policy as he attempts to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister, Alex Ross analyses the so-called north-south divide the “King of the North” will attempt to break

The Independent UK

Thunderstorm warnings as temperatures to drop after record-breaking heatwave

The UK recorded its hottest June day for three consecutive days, with a provisional temperature of 37.3C in Santon Downham, Suffolk, on Friday, breaking the previous record by over 1C. Scientists warned that the intensity and frequency of these extreme heat events are virtually impossible without human-driven climate change. Following…

The Independent UK

Will there be a heatwave this week and when will the hot weather end?

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued yellow heat health alerts for the East Midlands, east of England, London, and the South East. These are in effect from 3pm on Wednesday until 8pm on Monday 22 June. According to the Met Office , temperatures in the South East could…

The Independent UK

Weather map: Where temperatures could reach 29C this week as UK heat health alerts issued

Temperatures could reach 29C by the end of this week in south-east England

The Independent UK

Sunday to be drier as downpours and strong winds batter the UK

Drier and brighter weather is forecast towards the South East where it will be feeling warmer, the Met Office said.

Evening Standard

Thames Water asks millions to stop using hosepipes to save water during heatwave

Demand for water has increased by up to 50 per cent in some areas of London and the South East, Thames Water said

The Independent UK

Temperatures to cool down in coming days after record-breaking hot spell

Despite temperatures cooling, highs of 28C are still likely for the South East.

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Tell us: have you been affected by water supply issues in the south east?

We would like to hear from people who are facing water supply disruptions due to warm weather in the south east of England

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UK heat health alerts upgraded to amber as country braces for bank holiday heatwave

The UK Health Security Agency has upgraded heat health alerts to amber across London, the South East, the East and the Midlands

The Times of India

UK weather forecast: 26°C scorcher on the way, hotter than Athens and Barcelona

Britain is set for a dramatic temperature rise towards the end of the week, with highs of 26°C predicted for Friday in the south east. Following a cold snap in early May, forecasters now anticipate settled sunshine and warmer weather for England and Wales throughout the bank holiday weekend, offering…

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One-man crimewave behind £55,000 shop theft spree banned from all Boots and Superdrug branches

Prolific shoplifter Alfie Ronaldson, 22, was wanted by at least four police forces in London and the South East

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Where to Eat at Lakeside: A Guide to the Best Restaurants and Bites at Essex's Favourite Shopping Destination

Lakeside Shopping Centre in Thurrock has long been one of the most popular retail destinations in the South East of England

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NHS support staff in affluent areas benefit from more career opportunities, report finds

Analysis showed workers in the South East were almost twice as likely to move into a registered position than those in the North East

Evening Standard

Online property searches hit new record on Boxing Day with London and South East movers most active

New buyer and seller activity on Boxing Day in 2025 was busiest in the South East, East of England and London

Evening Standard

Businesses must be prepared for the rates shake-up coming their way

London and the South east will bear the brunt of any increases.

Evening Standard

Budget 2025: Which tax rises could hit you as Chancellor Rachel Reeves targets millions with new levies?

London and the South East are set to be most impact by a wave of tax changes to plug a shortfall of around £20 billion

Evening Standard

London and the South East braced for cold snap in wake of Storm Claudia as major incident declared

Great Western Railway train services line axed between London Paddington, Bristol and South Wales

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Londoners who own expensive homes face being hammered in Budget after Reeves U-turn to dump income tax rise

A new ‘mansion tax’ or higher council tax bands for costly properties are measures the Chancellor could announce

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