News · 6 August 2026
UK public services struggle with heatwaves as climate crisis worsens
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The NHS is facing summer pressures similar to winter, with an estimated 2,877 heat-related deaths in England during May and June alone. Transport is also struggling, as London bus drivers plan to strike over 40C cab temperatures and rail services face disruptions from warped tracks. Farmers are experiencing their third bad harvest in a row due to drought, leading to significant crop losses.
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