It comes as parts of the country were as hot as the Mediterranean on Sunday, with the UK enjoying its hottest May day for at least 79 years.

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Much of the country can expect scorching weather over the bank holiday weekend

Sunday could be the warmest May day on record, forecasters have said

The UK saw its hottest May day for at least 79 years on Sunday as London recorded 32.3C