UK heatwave: Cobra meeting held as national emergency declared over soaring temperatures

It’s so hot it’s officially a national emergency. (Subscribe: ) Ministers have warned there could be significant disruption to transport services on Monday and Tuesday - as temperatures across a swathe of England could peak as high as 40 Celsius. Cabinet Office minister Kit Malthouse said people should avoid travelling - while schools and hospitals will be issued with special guidance to make sure they’re prepared. ------- Watch more of our explainer series here - Get more news at our site - Follow us: Facebook - Twitter -