The Met Office has issued red extreme heat warnings for parts of England and Wales, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C. Schools across the UK are closing or implementing early finishes to ensure safety.
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With temperatures in Liverpool potentially hitting 37C, schools are relaxing uniform rules. The DfE advises schools to consider allowing loose, light clothing, and the UKHSA has issued heatwave guidance.
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The NASUWT teaching union says schools should consider closure if the Met Office issues a Red extreme heat warning, as temperatures could exceed 38°C in the UK.
The UK government has issued advice to headteachers on school closures during a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures up to 38C, recommending against closures but suggesting uniform relaxations and other measures.
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With temperatures forecast to reach 38C, UK schools face tough decisions. The DfE advises keeping schools open, but unions and the CCC urge a legal maximum temperature. No closures yet.
Met Office issues amber heat warning with temperatures up to 38C. No official school closures yet, but pressure mounts for legal maximum classroom temperature.
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The Met Office has issued an amber 'danger to life' warning for extreme heat across large parts of the UK, including Greater Manchester, with temperatures forecast to reach 34-35°C.
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France bans alcohol at state events amid a heatwave with temperatures forecast to reach 41C. Red warnings cover 35 regions, and other European countries brace for extreme heat.
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