Citizens Advice feared households were having to pay more to keep their homes warm in winter and cool in summer
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Citizens Advice feared households were having to pay more to keep their homes warm in winter and cool in summer
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Millions across the UK suffered sleepless nights, higher bills, and deteriorating health this summer due to homes ill-equipped for soaring temperatures, Citizens Advice has found.
The warnings mean significant impacts on health and social care services
An amber heat-health alert warns vulnerable people of the health risks, including ‘a rise in deaths’
Building rules have been focused on keeping warm in winter and saving on energy bills, not cooling down
Parts of the UK could see temperatures well above 30C, according to the Met Office
Warnings issued for London, the West Midlands, the East Midlands, the East of England and the South East
Reducing urban heat islands, greening local areas and using heat pumps for air conditioning can also play a role
