UK temperatures hit 40C record sparking fresh calls for bolder climate action

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UK temperatures hit 40C record sparking fresh calls for bolder climate action

Green groups warn heatwave is 'taster of things to come', as campaigners call for more ambitious net zero strategy and renewed focus on climate resilience

Green groups are calling on the government to urgently strengthen its net zero strategy and climate resilience efforts as the UK today experienced its hottest day on record with temperatures topping 40C...

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