Education Secretary Issues Strong Warning to Parents Amid UK Heatwave School Closures Thursday, June 25, 2026 education heatwave schools attendance safety temperature closure government fines dfe As the UK faces a historic heatwave with temperatures reaching a record-breaking 36.1°C in Gosport, Hampshire, more than 1,000 schools are closed or partially closed across the country. The Met Office has issued a rare red … Read More