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Hundreds of schools across England and Wales are closing or dismissing students early as the UK prepares for temperatures approaching 40C. These measures aim to protect student safety during an exceptional heatwave that is expected to break long-standing regional weather records.
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5 outlets · 5 articles · first seen 22 Jun 2026, 16:44 · last updated 23 Jun 2026, 14:30
The reporting balances official government policy advocating for continued attendance with the pragmatic safety adjustments and closure options available to school leaders during extreme heat events.
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