Amber warning issued across England as Thursday expected to be hottest day of year so far

Temperatures forecast to reach 32C in London on Saturday as authorities issue reminder to check on vulnerable people

Friday and Saturday nights will be uncomfortable for sleeping, with temperatures possibly staying above 20C (68F) in parts of the UK, which is known as a 'tropical night'.

Amber warning issued across England as Thursday expected to be hottest day of year so far

Lightening, heavy rain and flooding could hit swathes of England over the weekend