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Thu, 25 Jun 2026

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 The heatwave workers 'like cats on a hot tin roof'

Many workers are downing tools early, but there is no legal limit to how hot a workplace can be.

* Temperatures have passed 33C in parts of the West, making working outside difficult.
* Companies like Mypower and scaffolding firms have had to adjust their protocols to keep workers cool.
* Some bus drivers are working without air conditioning, with temperatures reaching over 40C in the cab.
* There is no official maximum temperature at the workplace, but employers have a duty of care to provide a "reasonable" work environment.
* If you're experiencing sweltering heat at work and your boss refuses to do anything, experts suggest speaking to your manager or gathering evidence with colleagues.
* The Hinkley Point C nuclear power station has taken measures to keep workers cool, such as working indoors and underground.