Overview

• The Met Office forecasts temperatures above 30°C today and through the weekend, with no relief expected before early July
• The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber heat health alerts for nine regions—from the North East to the South West—until Sunday due to rising risks of heat-related illness
• An official heatwave declaration, which requires three successive days of temperatures above the Met Office’s criteria, could be confirmed if conditions persist into Sunday
• Lidl’s £69.99 Silvercrest White Bladeless Tower fan has seen a surge in sales as shoppers praise its LED display, 20 speed settings, timer, four oscillation angles and multiple operating modes
• Health and social care services are preparing for added strain from the scorching conditions, with officials urging steps to protect older adults and those with chronic illnesses